A shift to a light/moderate north-westerly wind and sunny conditions immediately brought rewards. One Blue Fulmar flew north, together with 274 Fulmars, but better still, a Leach’s Petrel tracked north from 0907-0910hrs; this represents Flamborough’s first ever winter record, with no previous local records between December-May inclusive.
The seven White-fronted Geese remained in residence, whilst 100 Black-headed Gulls and 3000 Common Gulls roosted. A Long-eared Owl was located on the Outer Head, with the ever elusive Black Redstart relocated at North Landing; at least two Richard’s Pipits were also still present.
