Founded in 1964, the work of Walney Bird Observatory is funded entirely by membership subscription. Since 1965 it has been an accredited member of the British Trust for Ornithology’s bird observatories network which operates across Britain and Ireland. Bird Observatories are at the forefront of conservation, monitoring bird populations through the medium of census work, daily recording of migrants and ringing.
Great Northern Diver still present
15th January 2025 – sunny spells S1/3 Offshore The Great Northern Diver remains. Wildfowl and Waders Wildfowl included 5 Barnacle Geese and 9 Greenshank were the pick of the waders. Miscellaneous At least two Water Rail remain.
