13th July 2026

Variable cloud cover in a moderate to fresh north-easterly, the temperature reaching 19°C.

Unexpected finds of the day were a drake Scaup off South Landing and a Black Redstart. Other sightings around the Outer Head include two Whimbrel, a Greenshank, two Grey Wagtails and a singing Quail. Eleven Manx Shearwaters, three Arctic Terns and 12 Common Scoters were the best of a morning seawatch.

A Great Skua continued to patrol offshore at Bempton Cliffs RSPB.

Puffin, Bempton Cliffs RSPB (Alan Walkington)