6th April 2024 – sun and showers SE5/6
Offshore
Observations over the sea (0700-0800) revealed 206 Common Scoter, 33 Teal, 13 Sandwich Tern, 10 Wigeon, 7 Red-throated Diver, 4 Red-breasted Merganser, 4 Gannet, 3 Guillemot and a Shag.
Grounded Migrants
A total of 10 White Wagtail, 5 Wheatear, 3 Redwing, 2 Willow Warbler and a Chiffchaff were logged.
Diurnal Migration
Four Swallow flew through – the first of the year.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 508 light-bellied birds and waders included 4 Jack Snipe, 2 Black-tailed Godwit and single Whimbrel and Purple Sandpiper.
Miscellaneous
At least 8 Water Pipit reappeared on the latest round of high tides, all of which are now attaining summer plumage. The Hooded Crow and Cetti’s Warbler both remain.
Butterflies and Moths
The first Peacock of the year was on the wing.
