Seabirds dominate sightings

23rd May 2024 – overcast/ rain clearing to showers NW5/6
Offshore
Later than normal observations over the sea as the rain cleared (1100-1200) produced 90 Gannet, 80 Sandwich Tern, 53 Kittiwake, 51 Common Scoter, 34 Guillemot, 17 Manx Shearwater, 6 Razorbill, 5 Fulmar and 3 Red-throated Diver.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 35 dark-bellied and 2 pale-bellied birds. Waders included 340 Knot and 6 Whimbrel
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow continues its residency.