Marsh Harrier remains

25th May 2023 – bright and sunny NW1/2
Offshore
Early morning observations (0600-07000) produced 348 Common Scoter, 71 Guillemot, 24 Gannet, 23 Sandwich Tern, 10 Razorbill, 5 Puffin, 5 Kittiwake, 3 Manx Shearwater and a Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
A Spotted Flycatcher was logged.
Diurnal Migration
Some more late movement saw 2 House Martin and a Lesser Redpoll logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 230 Sanderling and 3 Knot.
Breeding Birds
Known for their mimicry, one of the territorial Reed Warblers is giving a passable vocal representation of a Heron as part of its repertoire.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow remains along with the female Marsh Harrier.