18 birds ringed this morning after less than ideal weather overnight. 5 Whitethroats, 5 Willow Warblers, 2 Blackcaps, 2 Reed Warbler, Spotted Flycatcher, Linnet, Wheatear and Chiffchaff. Out and about were Firecrest, 19 Wheatear, Turtle Dove, Whinchat, 4 Yellow Wagtail and a Hobby. A southbound Female Marsh Harrier was also observed early on. 23 Little Tern, 18 Common Tern, 4 Whimbrel,8 Swift, 37 Swallow, 48 Dunlin and 19 Common Scoter were also on the move. A Grey Squirrel out on the reserve was an odd sighting for the day!
