9th November 2025

A relatively overcast day, with misty spells, a relatively light south-west wind and high of ten degrees C. Having been suspected, increased observer coverage finally confirmed two Dusky Warblers were in residence at South Landing; one favouring the Picnic/Whale bridge area and the other favouring the main ravine/car park. Four Siberian Chiffchaffs were in the Thornwick area, while the two Firecrest and a single Black Redstart remained around the Bay Brambles/Lighthouse. Single Yellow-browed Warbler and Crossbill, together with five Snow Buntings added further interest on the outer head. Other notable records included 19 Whooper Swans, a dark-bellied Brent Goose, three Woodcock, a first-winter Caspian Gull, one Water Rail, 12 Chiffchaff, three Brambling and 19 Siskin.

Sightings from RSPB Bempton Cliffs included a Water Rail, ringtail Hen Harrier, one Yellow-browed Warbler, 29 Chaffinch and 59 Siskin.

Dusky Warbler, South Landing, by James Spencer