11th December 2014

A strong westerly wind and sunny conditions. During the seawatch, a Great Northern Diver flew south, 295 Fulmars headed north (with 50 south), a Bonxie went south, whilst 31 Red-throated Divers were on the sea, 150 Shag left the roost and seven Purple Sandpipers were present. A female-type Velvet Scoter remained off South Landing, with single Bar-tailed Godwit, five Sanderlings and a Grey Wagtail on the beach. Two Wigeon and 34 Teal were on North Marsh, whilst Thornwick Pool continued to host a Water Rail. A Chiffchaff remained at Oceanview.

Chiffchaff, Oceanview, by Andy Hood
Chiffchaff, Oceanview, by Andy Hood