Monday 9th March 2026

Fog, unpleasant for both birds & human observers, doesn't stop those disorientated individuals from turning up. Newbies in today include 12 Mipit, 3 Chaffinch, 3 Chiffchaff, 2 Golden Plover, 2 Skylark, Curlew, Redwing, a couple of new Blackies & the first Black Redstart of the spring around by the Museum. Leftovers from recent days include 3 Goldcrest, Fieldfare & Stonechat. Lingering Snow Bunt still here. Wing lengths on Chaffinch's up to 95 mm indicating that they originate well to the north-east of here.

Ringing: 3 Chaffinch, 3 Chiffchaff, 2 Blackbird.

Sunday 8th March 2026

 

Pair of Goosander on the river then later on in front of the Butts probably decided against migrating back to the continent in the misty murky conditions. Scarce in spring with only 12 previous March records, all previous records at Landguard being of birds in flight. A handful of migrants include 2 Chaffinch, 2 Goldcrest, 2 Mipit, Fieldfare, Rock Pipit, Song Thrush, Stonechat & a couple of new Robin. 2 Mallard were on the Butts & the Snow Bunting is still here.

Satellite hibernates & comes out to play again in the spring.

Ringing: 2 Chaffinch, 2 Robin, 1 Dunnock, 1 Song thrush.

2026 AGM Reminder

This years AGM will be held on Saturday 14th March 2026. Members should have received an agenda plus minutes of last years meeting. If not please email landguardbomembership@gmail.com for details.