7th January 2017

The weather consisted of light north-westerly winds, overcast skies and light rain during the afternoon. During the seawatch, 48 Teal flew north, with single Eider and Velvet Scoter moving south.

Sightings from South Landing/South Dykes included two Great Northern Divers, 30 Red-throated Divers, six Great Crested Grebes and three Long-tailed Ducks. Three Jack Snipe and 13 Snipe were located on the headland, with a Black Redstart relocated between the Lighthouse and the Fog Station.

Teal, Thornwick Pools, by Alan Walkington
Teal, Thornwick Pools, by Alan Walkington