21st March 2026

A bright, sunny day, with light south-east winds and a high of ten degrees C. Single dark-bellied Brent Goose and Barnacle Goose moved south off the Fog Station. Additional wildfowl interest in residence included two Shelduck, eight Gadwall, two Shoveler, 48 Teal, 28 Wigeon and 20 Tufted Duck. An increase of migrant snipe was apparent, with 37 Common and four Jack Snipe appreciable totals. A lone Grey Heron flying east high out to sea was also of interest. Passerine migrants were scarce, but included three Goldcrests and three Chiffchaffs.

Barnacle Goose, Fog Station, by Brett Richards