21st July 2024

The weather consisted light/moderate winds of variable direction, sunny intervals and a top temperature of 18 degrees C. Seawatch highlights included three Arctic Terns, three Common Terns, 75 Sandwich Terns and an Arctic Skua. Six Shoveler and eight Teal lingered on the outer head that was also visited by juvenile Red Kite and Marsh Harrier were also present. Single Cuckoo and Grey Wagtail were also notable.

Single Marsh Harrier and Willow Warbler were recorded at RSPB Bempton Cliffs, while an adult Mediterranean Gull graced Sewerby.

Red Kite, High Stacks, by Craig Thomas