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Monday 22nd July 2019


First 2 Willow Warbler of the autumn makes it feel like its finally happening with a supporting cast of a juvenile Cuckoo plus southbound 21 Black-headed Gull, 18 Sand Martin, 17 Swift, 15 Swallow, 5 Curlew, 4 Common Gull, 3 Common Scoter, Grey Heron, Whimbrel & Yellow Wag. 21 Cormorant in off mid-morning could be returning from the continent. Also on site another new Blackcap & at least one Tree Sparrow.


Vine Moth used to be very notable but they have become two a' penny of the years. Obviously not living on grape vines here.

Ringing: 2 House Sparrow, 2 Willow Warbler, 1 Blackcap, 1 Dunnock, 1 Great Tit.