Seawatch

22nd May 2023 – overcast/murky then sunny spells NW3/4
Offshore
Early morning observations (0630-0830) produced 210 Sandwich Tern, 165 Common Scoter, 123 Guillemot, 54 Kittiwake, 34 Razorbill, 24 Gannet, 3 Manx Shearwater, 2 Puffin and an Arctic Tern.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Pink-footed Goose was perhaps of feral origin.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
Overnight attractions to the light trap included Shoulder-striped Wainscot, Heart and Dart, Garden Pebble, all new for the year.