25th February 2020

The first day in an age without strong winds – that said, moderate westerly winds developed during the afternoon that also featured sunny intervals and temperatures that peaked at six degrees C. Two Blue Fulmars flew south during the morning’s seawatch. 

Five Pink-footed Geese and the Russian White-fronted Goose remained, as did 250 Cormorants off the outer head; the bulk of which later relocated to South Landing. A Water Rail and two Snipe frequented pools immediately east of the village. RSPB Bempton Cliffs again hosted two Short-eared Owls

Barn Owl, Lighthouse Road, by Andy Hood