15th July 2015

The day featured moderate north-westerly winds and sunny conditions. During the seawatch, a Red-throated Diver flew north, seven Shelduck went south, along with 71 Common Scoters (with 36 north), 13 Oystercatchers, two Whimbrel, one Arctic Skua and a Bonxie, whilst 21 Sandwich Terns flew north.

Thornwick Pools attracted a Grey Heron and a Grey Wagtail. Elsewhere, a Black Redstart frequented the Outer Head, the Grasshopper Warbler was again singing near Oceanview and two Siskins were near the Fog Station.

Two Dunlin were on Buckton Pond.

Bonxie, by Martin Garner
Bonxie, by Martin Garner