Common Scoter galore

21st May 2023 – overcast/calm
Offshore
Early morning observations were dominated by Common Scoter with 22000 birds located in three large flocks, also seen were 80 Sandwich Tern, 35 Gannet, 11 Shag and 3 Guillemot.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included a single Whimbrel.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
A Shoulder-stripe was the highlight overnight attraction to the light trap.