Hints of spring

18th February 2024 – overcast/sunny spells WNW1/3
Offshore
A check of the sea produced 20 Shag, 4 Red-throated Diver and 2 Common Scoter.
Diurnal Migration
A Grey Wagtail was amongst 5 Pied Wagtail.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 1000 Knot and 5 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and a Water Rail squealed. One of the first signs of spring, Lesser Black-backed Gull numbers reached double-figures for the first time since November.