New in, Ringed Plover
Peregrine causing problems
1 of 6 Wheatear
A pleasant enough morning weather wise with full cloud on a cold NW>4 turning W>3 at 12 degrees.
A new arrival today with an adult Ringed Plover moving around the south and east shore but no other waders other than a distant Snipe, a scarce bird this year at this location.
A single juv Peregrine and 2 Kestrels were again being a problem along the north shore, the Peregrine just missing snatching a young Tufted off the water.
At least 6 Wheatear were present along with 3 LBB and 2 Black Headed gulls whilst a single Stonechat was on a distant wire fence. Several Swallows were heading >S in migration mode.
Another check for Black Redstart failed to turn one up though one is being seen at Blackstone Edge reservoir. Several Wheatear around Withins Head farm.
A cloudy morn tomorrow with a moderate NW and chance of showers at 14 degrees.
BS