Very quiet today with the low cloud and heavy rain from midday followed by early evening fog.
BH gulls were moving over >NW early morning but in small numbers whilst a flock of 16 LBB gulls flew over the house at lunchtime all heading >E. Linnets and Goldfinches were feeding on thistle tops behind the Pineberry Inn at midday which coincides with DCBs mention of an influx into the area.
A report today from Ringby Top of increasing numbers of flocking Meadow Pipits, Pied Wagtails and Skylarks.
Hope this rain does,nt start to fill up the reservoirs.
BS.
WEST YORKSHIRE BIRDING. BRIAN SUMNER. I am based at Queensbury and bird a patch within a 10 mile range of home incorporating 16 stretches of water, several plantations, a belt of woodland, stretches of river and canal and good areas of moorland. I specialize in upland birds, reservoir and sky watching. My local patch is Fly Flatts reservoir. Any reports can be sent by text or call to 07771 705024 or see profile for e mail address. All images on this blog are copyright.(2025).