Previously “Diary of a Birding Medic”; “Rugby Birder”; "Bempton Birder”. All views expressed in this blog are my OWN and do not represent the opinions or policies of any organisations or entities whatsoever with whom I have been, am now or will be affiliated. Reference to Bempton Cliffs in NO way promotes the organisation known as RSPB Bempton Cliffs, but rather the FREEdom of the cliffs.

Monday, 13 February 2017

RSPB Bempton Cliffs - Owls

Short-eared Owl

Went up to the cliffs late this afternoon to walk the dog and enjoy the bright, sunny conditions. Really glad I did as three Short-eared Owls were in attendance together with a Barn Owl! Symphony wasn't too happy about being tied to a fence while I photographed the Owls!

Barn Owl


Short-eared Owls









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4 comments:

  1. Wendy Bartter14 February 2017 at 11:37

    Fabulous images, thanks for sharing Kevin!

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  2. Kevin Groocock14 February 2017 at 12:18

    Thank you Wendy.

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  3. Unknown17 February 2017 at 20:36

    HI Kevin, Lovely to see your photos and learn about the birds you saw at Bempton. We are going there on Sunday 19th of FEb. What time of day do you recommend for seeing the owls and seeing any of the other wildlife that is in the area. I think it must be better later in the day for the owls.

    Thank you,

    Wendy Chapman

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  4. Kevin Groocock18 February 2017 at 07:41

    Hello Wendy, look out for me on Sunday, I'll be on the viewpoints! The birds on the cliffs will be present all day and should include Gannets, Fulmar and various Gulls. We MAY be lucky and have Guillemots and Razorbills but these cannot be guaranteed. As for the owls, they can often be seen throughout the day but are best from about 1430/1500hrs through dusk. They can be seen well from the decking around the visitor centre. Three have been showing well (Short-eared Owl). The Barn Owl is less regular. Its free entry to the reserve at the moment and the centre is open 0930 till 1600hrs. Have a great time!

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