A day that started with very promising conditions- low cloud cover, mist and low winds- proved disappointingly quiet. It nevertheless turned into a very pleasant day, with a handful of sightings to mention. Singles of
Sanderling,
Ringed Plover,
Whimbrel and
Curlew were recorded around The Narrows, whilst another good count of three
Cuckoos inland included a singing male, which was also interacting with a passing female. A single
Swifts, 155
Swallows and 31
House Martins passed north over the island, whilst a
Tree Pipit,
Grey Wagtail, 10
Sedge Warblers, six
Whitethroats, two
Blackcaps, 12
Chiffchaffs and 10
Spotted Flycatchers were other passerines of note.
the first Buff Tip of the year was attracted to the moth trap at Nant
Puffin
Linnet
Superb Puffin shot, hope you put it on Bird Guides.
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