1st May 2012

The easterly influence to the wind continued and produced another great spring day on the island. A diverse array of species were recorded today including Goosander, a moderate fall of warblers, including the first Grasshopper Warbler of the year (singing near the SK during the afternoon) but the undoubted star of the show was a Grey Partridge (the first for many years) found initially on Middle Eye by voluntary Coastal wardens John and Liam, before being seen by Obs members it then moved briefly to the South End of the main island. More details on other sightings will follow. (BSB, DB, DCT & PT)