Arctic Skua

27th May 2024 – overcast/showers then sunny spells WSW3/4
Offshore
Sightings over the sea (0700-0800) included 725 Common Scoter, 225 Sandwich Tern, 95 Manx Shearwater, 59 Gannet, 55 Kittiwake, 26 Guillemot, 2 Fulmar and single Arctic Skua, Little Tern and Shoveler.
Grounded Migrants
A single Wheatear was logged.
Dragonflies
At least 7 Azure Dragonflies were seen – this species is a recent addition to the island’s dragonfly list, along with Four-spotted Chaser.