Spoonbill surprise

25th February 2024 – bright and sunny E3/4
Offshore
A scan of the sea produced 6 Shag, 3 Red-throated Diver, 3 Red-breasted Merganser and 2 Common Scoter.
Diurnal Migration
A Spoonbill was reported heading north and a Stock Dove was amongst 44 Woodpigeon.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Goosander was the pick of the wildfowl.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Butterflies and Moths
A Mottled Grey was attracted to the light trap.