26th May 2022

A blustery south-westerly wind featured throughout a day that started overcast with spells of rain and ended with prolonged sunny intervals and temperatures that peaked at 18 degrees C. Two Little Terns were a highlight of the morning seawatch that was also rewarded with two Red-throated Divers, 30 Manx Shearwaters, 14 Sandwich Terns and a Bonxie.

The male Woodchat Shrike remained in the Gorse Field, but continued to be elusive. Elsewhere, Thornwick Pools/Lakes attracted a Mute Swan, one Tufted Duck, four Little Ringed Plovers and a Channel Wagtail. A Hobby toured the headland, the Hooded Crow was still in the North Marsh area and a Spotted Flycatcher frequented the Golf Course Willows.

The Black-browed Albatross once again graced RSPB Bempton Cliffs.

Grey Heron, South Landing, by Jim Atken