31st March 2024 –sunny spells E3/4
Offshore
A check of the sea (0730-0830) produced 220 Common Scoter, 120 Sandwich Tern, 10 Red-throated Diver, 5 Gannet, 3 Red-breasted Merganser and single Shag and Great Skua – the latter the first of the year.
Grounded Migrants
Sightings included 5 Wheatear, 4 Goldcrest, 3 Chiffchaff, 2 Blackcap, 2 White Wagtail and a Willow Warbler with Blackcap new for the year.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 170 Meadow Pipit, 14 Whooper Swan, 3 Siskin and a Lesser Redpoll flew through – again the latter was the first of the year.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 6 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
Single Stock Dove, Raven and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
A quieter day
30th March 2024 – bright and sunny SSE3/4
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed 142 Common Scoter, 17 Sandwich Tern, 7 Red-breasted Merganser 6 Kittiwake, 5 Red-throated Diver and 3 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Three Wheatear, 2 Chiffchaff and a Goldcrest were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 120 Pink-footed Geese, 43 Whooper Swan and a Siskin flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 4 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed 142 Common Scoter, 17 Sandwich Tern, 7 Red-breasted Merganser 6 Kittiwake, 5 Red-throated Diver and 3 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Three Wheatear, 2 Chiffchaff and a Goldcrest were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 120 Pink-footed Geese, 43 Whooper Swan and a Siskin flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 4 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains.
Cattle Egrets, Water Pipits and Cetti’s Warbler
29th March 2024 – sunny spells SSE3/4
Rarities
The surprise of the day involved 2 Cattle Egret heading into Morecambe Bay early morning. This is the first island record for 60 years when a single was seen on 26th July 1964.
Offshore
A check of the sea (0700-0800) revealed 170 Common Scoter, 13 Kittiwake, 8 Sandwich Tern, 3 Gannet and a Red-breasted Merganser.
Grounded Migrants
Limited to 3 Wheatear and single Chiffchaff and Willow Warbler – the latter the first of the year.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 22 Whooper Swan headed north and 3 Siskin were amongst a trickle of Meadow Pipit.
Breeding Birds
The first Sand Martin are now back at nest sites and 12 Chiffchaff and 4 Jay were in breeding habitat.
Miscellaneous
The group of 12 Water Pipit were again present and the Hooded Crow and Cetti’s Warbler both remain.
Rarities
The surprise of the day involved 2 Cattle Egret heading into Morecambe Bay early morning. This is the first island record for 60 years when a single was seen on 26th July 1964.
Offshore
A check of the sea (0700-0800) revealed 170 Common Scoter, 13 Kittiwake, 8 Sandwich Tern, 3 Gannet and a Red-breasted Merganser.
Grounded Migrants
Limited to 3 Wheatear and single Chiffchaff and Willow Warbler – the latter the first of the year.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 22 Whooper Swan headed north and 3 Siskin were amongst a trickle of Meadow Pipit.
Breeding Birds
The first Sand Martin are now back at nest sites and 12 Chiffchaff and 4 Jay were in breeding habitat.
Miscellaneous
The group of 12 Water Pipit were again present and the Hooded Crow and Cetti’s Warbler both remain.
Water Pipits show again
28th March 2024 – early rain then showers ESE4/5
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed just 12 Common Scoter, 5 Sandwich Tern, 3 Red-throated Diver and single Red-breasted Merganser and Guillemot.
Grounded Migrants
Two Wheatear and 3 White Wagtail were logged.
Miscellaneous
A group of 12 Water Pipit were seen over the tide and single Hooded Crow and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap produced Early Thorn and Common Quaker.
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed just 12 Common Scoter, 5 Sandwich Tern, 3 Red-throated Diver and single Red-breasted Merganser and Guillemot.
Grounded Migrants
Two Wheatear and 3 White Wagtail were logged.
Miscellaneous
A group of 12 Water Pipit were seen over the tide and single Hooded Crow and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap produced Early Thorn and Common Quaker.
Chiffchaff continue to move through
27th March 2024 – early rain then showers ESE3/5
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed just 7 Common Scoter.
Grounded Migrants
Three Chiffchaff were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 3 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow, Water Rail and Raven were the best of the rest.
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed just 7 Common Scoter.
Grounded Migrants
Three Chiffchaff were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 3 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow, Water Rail and Raven were the best of the rest.
Water Pipit reappear
26th March 2024 – overcast E2/3
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed 16 Shag, 4 Red-throated Diver and 3 Red-breasted Merganser.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 12 Chiffchaff, 7 Goldcrest, 4 Wheatear and a Redwing were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Totals through the morning included 350 Meadow Pipit, 200 Pink-footed Goose, 117 Whooper Swan and 4 Siskin.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 445 light-bellied birds and waders included 11 Jack Snipe, 6 Greenshank and a Purple Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
A total of 13 Water Pipit were seen and 30 Twite, Hooded Crow and Merlin were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap produced Early Grey and Common Quaker.
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed 16 Shag, 4 Red-throated Diver and 3 Red-breasted Merganser.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 12 Chiffchaff, 7 Goldcrest, 4 Wheatear and a Redwing were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Totals through the morning included 350 Meadow Pipit, 200 Pink-footed Goose, 117 Whooper Swan and 4 Siskin.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 445 light-bellied birds and waders included 11 Jack Snipe, 6 Greenshank and a Purple Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
A total of 13 Water Pipit were seen and 30 Twite, Hooded Crow and Merlin were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap produced Early Grey and Common Quaker.
Sandwich Tern numbers begin to build
22nd March 2024 – sunny spells W3/5
Offshore
Observations over the sea on the rising tide (0700-0900) produced 116 Kittiwake, 62 Common Scoter, 35 Sandwich Tern, 16 Red-throated Diver, 14 Red-breasted Merganser, 7 Gannet, 7 Razorbill, 6 Guillemot and 2 Fulmar.
Grounded Migrants
Limited to 3 Chiffchaff.
Diurnal Migration
A Siskin was amongst a trickle of Meadow Pipit and Pied Wagtail.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 425 light-bellied birds and 800 Golden Plover were logged.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and 30 Twite were logged.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap produced Early Grey and Early Thorn.
Offshore
Observations over the sea on the rising tide (0700-0900) produced 116 Kittiwake, 62 Common Scoter, 35 Sandwich Tern, 16 Red-throated Diver, 14 Red-breasted Merganser, 7 Gannet, 7 Razorbill, 6 Guillemot and 2 Fulmar.
Grounded Migrants
Limited to 3 Chiffchaff.
Diurnal Migration
A Siskin was amongst a trickle of Meadow Pipit and Pied Wagtail.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 425 light-bellied birds and 800 Golden Plover were logged.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and 30 Twite were logged.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap produced Early Grey and Early Thorn.
Chiffchaff and Goldcrest continue to arrive
20th March 2024 – early rain WNW2/3
Grounded Migrants
A total of 18 Chiffchaff and 9 Goldcrest were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 50 Pink-footed Geese and 3 Siskin flew through.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow and Raven were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap attracted a Hebrew Character.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 18 Chiffchaff and 9 Goldcrest were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 50 Pink-footed Geese and 3 Siskin flew through.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow and Raven were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The moth trap attracted a Hebrew Character.
Decent seawatch
19th March 2024 – sunny spells WSW3/4
Offshore
Observations over the sea on the falling tide (0700-0900) revealed an increase in activity than of late with 127 Common Scoter, 100 Kittiwake, 39 Gannet, 36 Red-throated Diver, 23 Razorbill, 21 Guillemot, 11 Red-breasted Merganser, 6 Little Gull, 5 Sandwich Tern, 5 Shelduck and 2 Scaup recorded.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 6 Wheatear and a single Redwing were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Meadow Pipit continue to trickle through.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow and Merlin were again the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The first Comma was on the wing.
Offshore
Observations over the sea on the falling tide (0700-0900) revealed an increase in activity than of late with 127 Common Scoter, 100 Kittiwake, 39 Gannet, 36 Red-throated Diver, 23 Razorbill, 21 Guillemot, 11 Red-breasted Merganser, 6 Little Gull, 5 Sandwich Tern, 5 Shelduck and 2 Scaup recorded.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 6 Wheatear and a single Redwing were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Meadow Pipit continue to trickle through.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow and Merlin were again the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The first Comma was on the wing.
Chiffchaffs and Goldcrests
18th March 2024 – overcast/murk/mizzle at times S2/3
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed 21 Common Scoter, 6 Little Gull, 6 Shag and 6 Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Two Chiffchaff were amongst 20 Goldcrest and early morning thrushes involved single Redwing, Fieldfare and Mistle Thrush.
Diurnal Migration
Totals of 20 Meadow Pipit, 6 Pied Wagtail and a Siskin were logged.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow and Merlin were again the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held Dotted Border and Common Quaker. The first Small Tortoiseshell was on the wing.
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed 21 Common Scoter, 6 Little Gull, 6 Shag and 6 Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Two Chiffchaff were amongst 20 Goldcrest and early morning thrushes involved single Redwing, Fieldfare and Mistle Thrush.
Diurnal Migration
Totals of 20 Meadow Pipit, 6 Pied Wagtail and a Siskin were logged.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow and Merlin were again the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held Dotted Border and Common Quaker. The first Small Tortoiseshell was on the wing.
Redwing and Fieldfare on the move
17th March 2024 – overcast/murk/mizzle at times SSE2
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed 70 Common Scoter, 10 Shag and 5 Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 185 Redwing and 49 Fieldfare. Additional sightings included 8 Goldcrest.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Woodcock was new in.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow and Merlin were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held Early Grey and Dark Swordgrass.
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed 70 Common Scoter, 10 Shag and 5 Red-throated Diver.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 185 Redwing and 49 Fieldfare. Additional sightings included 8 Goldcrest.
Wildfowl and Waders
A Woodcock was new in.
Miscellaneous
Single Hooded Crow and Merlin were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held Early Grey and Dark Swordgrass.
First Wheatear arrives
16th March 2024 – fog clearing then rain later SE1/3
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 16 Blackbird, 3 Fieldfare and single Song Thrush and Redwing. Additional sightings included 11 Goldcrest, 8 Stonechat, 5 Chiffchaff and a Wheatear – the latter the first of the year.
Diurnal Migration
Totals included 60 Meadow Pipit, 19 Whooper Swan, 12 Pied Wagtail, 8 Pink-footed Goose and a Sand Martin.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and Water Rail and Merlin were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held a Dotted Border.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 16 Blackbird, 3 Fieldfare and single Song Thrush and Redwing. Additional sightings included 11 Goldcrest, 8 Stonechat, 5 Chiffchaff and a Wheatear – the latter the first of the year.
Diurnal Migration
Totals included 60 Meadow Pipit, 19 Whooper Swan, 12 Pied Wagtail, 8 Pink-footed Goose and a Sand Martin.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and Water Rail and Merlin were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held a Dotted Border.
Mediterranean Gull and first Sandwich Tern
15th March 2024 – overcast/rain at times WSW3/6
Offshore
A check of the sea (0800-0900) revealed 147 Common Scoter, 18 Kittiwake, 17 Red-throated Diver, 7 Shag, 3 Gannet, 3 Red-breasted Merganser and single Sandwich Tern, Mediterranean Gull and Fulmar.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 7 Fieldfare.
Diurnal Migration
Totals of 50 Pink-footed Goose and 14 Meadow Pipit flew through.
Miscellaneous
The resident Hooded Crow was seen while Merlin and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held three Dark Swordgrass.
Offshore
A check of the sea (0800-0900) revealed 147 Common Scoter, 18 Kittiwake, 17 Red-throated Diver, 7 Shag, 3 Gannet, 3 Red-breasted Merganser and single Sandwich Tern, Mediterranean Gull and Fulmar.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 7 Fieldfare.
Diurnal Migration
Totals of 50 Pink-footed Goose and 14 Meadow Pipit flew through.
Miscellaneous
The resident Hooded Crow was seen while Merlin and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held three Dark Swordgrass.
Water Pipits remain
12th March 2024 – overcast/rain, clearing later V1/2
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed 21 Common Scoter, 16 Shag, 10 Red-throated Diver and 2 Goosander.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 17 Redwing and 8 Fieldfare and additional sightings included 5 Stonechat, 3 Chiffchaff and a Goldcrest.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 592 light-bellied birds – a new record high and 536 Wigeon, 466 Teal, 130 Shelduck and 62 Red-breasted Merganser were seen. Waders included 2238 Oystercatcher, 2061 Dunlin, 1290 Redshank, 988 Golden Plover, 452 Knot, 189 Turnstone, 176 Gey Plover, 148 Sanderling and 8 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
At least 8 Water Pipit were amongst 8 Rock Pipit and the resident Hooded Crow was seen, while a Water Rail was the best of the rest.
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed 21 Common Scoter, 16 Shag, 10 Red-throated Diver and 2 Goosander.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 17 Redwing and 8 Fieldfare and additional sightings included 5 Stonechat, 3 Chiffchaff and a Goldcrest.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 592 light-bellied birds – a new record high and 536 Wigeon, 466 Teal, 130 Shelduck and 62 Red-breasted Merganser were seen. Waders included 2238 Oystercatcher, 2061 Dunlin, 1290 Redshank, 988 Golden Plover, 452 Knot, 189 Turnstone, 176 Gey Plover, 148 Sanderling and 8 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
At least 8 Water Pipit were amongst 8 Rock Pipit and the resident Hooded Crow was seen, while a Water Rail was the best of the rest.
First Chiffchaff arrive
11th March 2024 – overcast/calm
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed 4800 Eider, 7 Red-throated Diver, 3 Great Crested Grebe and 2 Shag.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 5 Redwing and additional sightings included 5 Stonechat, 2 Goldcrest and 2 Chiffchaff – the latter the first of the year.
Diurnal Migration
The skies were quiet with just 12 Pink-footed Geese, 10 Meadow Pipit, 6 Pied Wagtail and 2 Whooper Swan logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 513 light-bellied birds and 8 Barnacle Geese and a Goosander were seen. Waders included 21 Purple Sandpiper, 4 Greenshank and 3 Woodcock.
Miscellaneous
At least 10 Water Pipit were amongst 10 Rock Pipit and raptors included Buzzard and Merlin. The resident Hooded Crow was seen while 50 Twite and a Water Rail were the best of the rest.
Offshore
A scan of the sea revealed 4800 Eider, 7 Red-throated Diver, 3 Great Crested Grebe and 2 Shag.
Grounded Migrants
Early morning thrushes involved 5 Redwing and additional sightings included 5 Stonechat, 2 Goldcrest and 2 Chiffchaff – the latter the first of the year.
Diurnal Migration
The skies were quiet with just 12 Pink-footed Geese, 10 Meadow Pipit, 6 Pied Wagtail and 2 Whooper Swan logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 513 light-bellied birds and 8 Barnacle Geese and a Goosander were seen. Waders included 21 Purple Sandpiper, 4 Greenshank and 3 Woodcock.
Miscellaneous
At least 10 Water Pipit were amongst 10 Rock Pipit and raptors included Buzzard and Merlin. The resident Hooded Crow was seen while 50 Twite and a Water Rail were the best of the rest.
Goosanders
10th March 2024 – overcast/rain at times ENE4/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0845-0945) revealed 65 Common Scoter, 17 Red-breasted Merganser, 15 Red-throated Diver, 4 Goosander, 3 Razorbill, 2 Guillemot and a Shag.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 23 Whooper Swan flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included a Black-tailed Godwit.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and a Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0845-0945) revealed 65 Common Scoter, 17 Red-breasted Merganser, 15 Red-throated Diver, 4 Goosander, 3 Razorbill, 2 Guillemot and a Shag.
Diurnal Migration
A flock of 23 Whooper Swan flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included a Black-tailed Godwit.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and a Peregrine was the best of the rest.
Whooper Swans still on the move
9th March 2024 – overcast/murky/showers ENE4/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) revealed 43 Common Scoter, 15 Red-breasted Merganser, 8 Red-throated Diver and a Pintail.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 167 Whooper Swan flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 10 Purple Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and single Merlin and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0715-0815) revealed 43 Common Scoter, 15 Red-breasted Merganser, 8 Red-throated Diver and a Pintail.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 167 Whooper Swan flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 10 Purple Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow remains and single Merlin and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Whooper Swans continue to move
8th March 2024 – hazy sun E4/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) revealed 134 Common Scoter, 20 Red-throated Diver, 13 Red-breasted Merganser and a Guillemot.
Grounded Migrants
Four Goldcrest and a Stonechat were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A group of 20 Whooper Swan flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 300 Dunlin, 50 Grey Plover and 4 Purple Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
A Water Rail remains.
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) revealed 134 Common Scoter, 20 Red-throated Diver, 13 Red-breasted Merganser and a Guillemot.
Grounded Migrants
Four Goldcrest and a Stonechat were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A group of 20 Whooper Swan flew through.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 300 Dunlin, 50 Grey Plover and 4 Purple Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
A Water Rail remains.
Early Sand Martins move through
7th March 2024 – hazy sun E3/5
Offshore
Just 6 Common Scoter were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Two early Sand Martin flew through along with 50 Pink-footed Goose.
Wildfowl and Waders
Three Greenshank were seen.
Miscellaneous
A total of 39 Little Egret were seen. The long-staying Hooded Crow and single Barn Owl, Water Rail and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Offshore
Just 6 Common Scoter were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Two early Sand Martin flew through along with 50 Pink-footed Goose.
Wildfowl and Waders
Three Greenshank were seen.
Miscellaneous
A total of 39 Little Egret were seen. The long-staying Hooded Crow and single Barn Owl, Water Rail and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Goldcrest begin to move
6th March 2024 – hazy sun E2/3
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed 20 Common Scoter, 7 Red-throated Diver and a Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
A Long-tailed Tit was amongst 7 Goldcrest.
Wildfowl and Waders
A group of 11 Whooper Swan were grounded.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow and single Water Rail and Peregrine were again the best of the rest.
Breeding Birds
Little Grebe are now back on territory.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held single Dark Swordgrass and Common Quaker.
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed 20 Common Scoter, 7 Red-throated Diver and a Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
A Long-tailed Tit was amongst 7 Goldcrest.
Wildfowl and Waders
A group of 11 Whooper Swan were grounded.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow and single Water Rail and Peregrine were again the best of the rest.
Breeding Birds
Little Grebe are now back on territory.
Butterflies and Moths
The light trap held single Dark Swordgrass and Common Quaker.
Whooper Swan passage builds
4th March 2024 – sunny spells SE2/3
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed 58 Common Scoter, 3 Red-throated Diver and 2 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Single Long-tailed Tit, Goldcrest and Redwing were seen while two new male Stonechat were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 42 Whooper Swan headed north.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow and a Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Breeding Birds
Displaying Skylark and Lapwing are now back on territory.
Offshore
A check of the sea revealed 58 Common Scoter, 3 Red-throated Diver and 2 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
Single Long-tailed Tit, Goldcrest and Redwing were seen while two new male Stonechat were logged.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 42 Whooper Swan headed north.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow and a Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Breeding Birds
Displaying Skylark and Lapwing are now back on territory.
Great Northern Diver remains
3rd March 2024 – sunny spells SSE2/3
Offshore
The Great Northern Diver remains and additional sightings included 10 Shag and 6 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
A group of 9 Stonechats were likely to involve at least some migrants and a Redwing was seen.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 72 Woodpigeon were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Wildfowl included 15 Pink-footed Geese and 2 Barnacle Geese and waders included 6 Woodcock and a Jack Snipe.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow and single Water Rail, Merlin and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
Offshore
The Great Northern Diver remains and additional sightings included 10 Shag and 6 Gannet.
Grounded Migrants
A group of 9 Stonechats were likely to involve at least some migrants and a Redwing was seen.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 72 Woodpigeon were logged.
Wildfowl and Waders
Wildfowl included 15 Pink-footed Geese and 2 Barnacle Geese and waders included 6 Woodcock and a Jack Snipe.
Miscellaneous
The long-staying Hooded Crow and single Water Rail, Merlin and Peregrine were the best of the rest.
North End visit
2nd March 2024 – early rain then sun and showers NE2
Diurnal Migration
Three Pied Wagtail flew north.
Wildfowl and Waders
Wildfowl included 150 light-bellied Brent Geese and 3 Greenshank were the best of the waders.
Miscellaneous
The ‘woodland’ habitat – a scarce feature on Walney – produced 30 Siskin, 11 Long-tailed Tit, 4 Jay, 3 Coal Tit, 2 Goldcrest and a Great Spotted Woodpecker.
Diurnal Migration
Three Pied Wagtail flew north.
Wildfowl and Waders
Wildfowl included 150 light-bellied Brent Geese and 3 Greenshank were the best of the waders.
Miscellaneous
The ‘woodland’ habitat – a scarce feature on Walney – produced 30 Siskin, 11 Long-tailed Tit, 4 Jay, 3 Coal Tit, 2 Goldcrest and a Great Spotted Woodpecker.
Whooper Swans begin to head back north
1st March 2024 – overcast/rain soon E4/6
Offshore
A check of the sea (0715-0815) produced 45 Common Scoter, 6 Red-breasted Merganser and 3 Red-throated Diver.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 16 Pink-footed Goose and 4 Whooper Swan flew north.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 300 Dunlin, 200 Knot and 3 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
A Raven was the best of the rest.
Offshore
A check of the sea (0715-0815) produced 45 Common Scoter, 6 Red-breasted Merganser and 3 Red-throated Diver.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 16 Pink-footed Goose and 4 Whooper Swan flew north.
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 300 Dunlin, 200 Knot and 3 Greenshank.
Miscellaneous
A Raven was the best of the rest.
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