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.
Greenshank begin to increase
9th July 2026 – misty start then warm and sunny/ calm Diurnal Migration Single Grey Wagtail and Swift flew through. Wildfowl and Waders Waders included 10 Greenshank. Miscellaneous The Hooded Crow remains.
