24th February 2026

A moderate to fresh southerly brought scattered clouds after an overcast morning, the temperature rising to 14°C.

A Dark-bellied Brent Goose flew inland from the Fog Station during a morning seawatch. A Common Crane fed in fields near Northcliff Marsh from late afternoon. Other highlights from the Outer Head included a Russian White-fronted Goose, five Shoveler, seven Gadwall, 15 Tufted Ducks, a Grey Plover and a Woodcock.

Common Crane, Northcliff Marsh (Brett Richards)