24th October 2017

Moderate south-westerly winds, heavy rain at the start of the day, with showers later. The four Whooper Swans were still in residence on the outer head, with a further group of 24 birds flying south past North Landing late afternoon. 

An influx of thrushes and starling occurred from mid-afternoon with birds making landfall low over the cliffs on the outer head before proceeding westward. A total of 2335 Redwing, 245 Blackbirds, 28 Fieldfare, two Ring Ouzels and 1595 Starlings came in off, along with single Woodcock and Lapwing. One Yellow-browed Warbler remained on the outer head.

Whooper Swans, Thornwick, by Don Hustings
Teal, Thornwick Pools, by Don Hustings