A
glorious still day on the island today in contrast with the recent weather. Six
Goosanders were at the North End as the tide began to flood before flying off.
There were three Eiders present, including an adult male, female and an immature
male. Several Common Scoter hung around the island over the high tide.
Many
birds thought it must t be spring already with a small passage of Skylarks
overhead of which two dropped onto the island briefly.
Several Goldfinches were
also recorded flying overhead whilst both the resident Rock Pipits and Meadow
Pipits were singing and displaying. Two of our colour ringed Rock Pipits (CAC
& CAD) were photographed at the N End and a new Rock Pipit (CAP) was the
first to be ringed this year as part of our ongoing long term project.
A
very high tide and disturbance on Middle Eye meant waders were roosting all
over Hilbre. An accurate count wasn’t possible as we didn’t want to disturb the
roosting birds but a Bar-tailed Godwit with Redshank in Niffy Bay was nice
surprise.
Photos PSW
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