21st February 2016

A westerly wind gathered in strength during a heavily overcast day that featured sporadic rain; after relatively low temperatures of late, a peak of 14 degrees C occurred during the afternoon. The seawatch was exceptionally quiet, with 247 Gannets, three Kittiwakes and no more than 50 Guillemots recorded.

A pair of Shelduck returned to Thornwick Pools, with 22 Teal also present. Two Tawny Owls, two Coal Tit and two Treecreepers were also recorded in South Dykes.

Red-throated Diver, Fog Station, by Craig Thomas
Red-throated Diver, Fog Station, by Craig Thomas