Overcast, with some brighter intervals, a light/moderate south-westerly wind and high of 14 degrees C. Overnight both a Bittern and a Ring Ouzel were recorded during a ‘noc mig’ session in Bempton village. Nearby, the RSPB reserve attracted two Willow Warblers, a Yellow Wagtail, one Siskin and 40 Corn Buntings.
Seawatch highlights at the Fog Station included three Shoveler, two Gadwall, ten Sandwich Terns and a Bonxie. Sightings from the Thornwick area included a Gadwall, 18 Tufted Ducks and two Snipe. It was quieter for passerine migrants compared to the previous day, with a Lesser Whitethroat, six Fieldfare, a Redwing, four Wheatear, two Yellow Wagtails and a Siskin the most noteworthy records.
