11th January 2019

The weather consisted light south-west winds, generally overcast skies and temperatures that reached seven degrees C. During the seawatch, a Blue Fulmar lingered offshore, along with 55 Shag, whilst six argentatus Herring Gulls headed north.

The day’s highlight related to the discovery of a Bittern that headed north-west on the outer head towards Thornwick, whilst 11 Grey Partridges were nearby along Lighthouse Road. Sightings from South Dykes included seven Goldcrests, four Treecreepers and six Bullfinch.

Goldcrest, Flamborough, by Craig Thomas