Weather: NE force 4 decreasing NNE 2
A clear night brought a sunny day to the island. Three warblers were present, a singing Chiffchaff, a Willow Warbler and a female Whitethroat. not a bad result for a north easterly in clear weather. Two Jackdaws were more typical of early spring, as was the male House Sparrow.
Two Goldfinches and 2 Redpolls showed as did the White Wagtail that has been here for some time. A few of the dozen Swallows present today are local breeders.
The bright sun was perfect for photography this morning, particularly the waders. Dunlin (310) and Ringed Plovers (210) showed off their summer plumage around the shore.
There were 300 Sanderling which seemed to be still heading north for the summer. Eight Shelduck some of which were looking very colourful among the thrift are being as secretive as usual about their intentions.
Only 3 Whimbrel appeared this morning, and there was just 1 Grey Heron but it was an amzing showing of 23 Little Egrets, the most for quite some time.
Twenty Linnets were probable breeders, they have no problem in showing themselves.
Photos AEH
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