15th March 2024

A blustery south-westerly wind throughout a day that featured light showers, sunny intervals and a top temperature of 14 degrees C. Wildfowl interest included four Gadwall and three Shoveler on the outer head, while two Pintail flew south. Notable waders included three Woodcock, 12 Snipe and a Dunlin; two Water Rails were also present, at Highcliffe and the Golf Course Willows respectively. Passerine migrants included two Fieldfares, 20 Redwing, 41 Blackbirds, 12 Song Thrush, 1500 Starlings, 15 Goldcrests, 16 Chiffchaff, a White Wagtail and 13 Siskin.

RSPB Bempton Cliffs attracted two Short-eared Owls and a Merlin.

Water Rail, Highcliffe, by Brett Richards