726 Cormorant went out plus another 160 in from the north. Good to get some more Red-throated Divers offshore with 23 north 102 south. Nothing else moving. Adult female Peregrine siting on the nearest dock crane & a Stock Dove were both firsts of the year. 2 Ringos on the beach & 9 Linnet were indicators of some locals returning to check out breeding sites. Finally usual Rock Pipit on the point.
886 Cormorant went out fishing on a windy morning & the first Gannet of the year was seen.
610 Cormorant went out fishing 3/4 hour earlier than yesterday in clearer conditions. Over 1,000 gulls behind shipping but nothing more exciting than 17 Kitts & 3 Meds amongst them. Whilst gull watching single Common Scoter & Teal went south plus a Red-throated Diver north. 2 Cetti's still here plus the usual Rock Pipit on the point.
Cold/misty/foggy/drizzly morning. 600 Cormorant headed out fishing late on parade due to bad visibility. 2 Mallard flew south & Rock Pipit on the point although enthusiasm levels low in this weather.
Damp, cold, misty/foggy morning. 23 Brent flew south, 4 Golden Plover on the beach & Rock Pipit on the point are the only offerings.
SEASONAL WARDEN LANDGUARD BIRD OBSERVATORY
Applicants need to be competent birdwatchers and have a BTO bird ringing ‘C’ permit with a mist net endorsement as a minimum requirement. An interest in other aspects of natural history and biological recording is also needed.
The position runs from Mid-March until mid-November 2025. A job description is available on request. If you require any specifics, please don’t hesitate to ask. Please e-mail landguardbo@yahoo.co.uk
