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Sunday 16th April 2023

 

Murky, misty conditions gave way to a fine sunny day. A Cetti's Warbler is only the 19th observatory record with the bulk of them in recent years. 39 Whimbrel heading north in two flocks plus the first 2 Whitethroat of the year were the other highlights with a supporting cast of 10 Wheatear, 8 Chiffchaff, 4 Blackcap, 3 Brambling, 2 Swallow, Fieldfare, Firecrest, Goldcrest, Jackdaw, Mipit, Robin & Willow Warbler.

Ringing: 5 Chiffchaff, 3 Blackcap, 1 Cetti's Warbler, 1 Firecrest, 1 Linnet, 1 Robin, 1 Willow Warbler, 1 Wood Pigeon.