13th January 2024

Overcast throughout, with occasional light drizzle, a west-north-westerly wind and a top temperature of seven degrees C. Eighty Wigeon remained in residence on the outer head. Single Woodcock and Water Rail lurked in the vicinity of South Dykes, where 29 Redwing and a Grey Wagtail were also present.

Two Whooper Swans flew south over RSPB Bempton Cliffs, where single Golden Plover and Woodcock were also recorded; three Short-eared Owls and 250 Linnets remained.

Roe Deer, outer head, by Alan Walkington