10th February 2026

A damp and overcast day, a moderate south-easterly and a steady temperature of 6°C.

Highlights on the Outer Head included 25 White-fronted Geese, a Shelduck, a pair of Shovelers, three Gadwall and a Short-eared Owl. At Bempton, 92 Lapwings seen were along Cliff Lane and two Short-eared Owls continued to hunt on the reserve.

Shovelers, Thornwick Pools (Brett Richards)