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, 18 September 2017

A Change from Gannets!

Little Stints

Yesterday, two Little Stints were reported from Thornwick Pools, Flamborough but I was otherwise engaged, so decided to give the pools a look this morning. Initially I was concerned as the pool held very little - Moorhens, Mallard, Teal and a Dunlin.

Teal


Dunlin


I decided to move on but as I walked towards the car park, an approaching birder informed me he had just seen two small waders fly low towards the pools. Returning to the hide -YES - Two Little Stints! Unfortunately, they did not stay long and were seen to fly high over the old farmhouse.

Little Stint(s)







Reports were coming in of some good birds in the Dell at Bempton Cliffs - Pied Flycatcher and Lesser Whitethroat and a Red Backed Shrike frequenting the hedge near the Owl box. It would be rude not to head that way! The Pied Flycatcher (my first in Yorkshire and a 3year tick) was showing well, as was the Lesser Whitethroat!

Pied Flycatcher






Lesser Whitethroat





The Red Backed Shrike, however, kept it's distance!


Nice to see but only "record shots"!





Some great birds, and much as I love Gannets, it was nice to have a change!

It was also good to meet up with Nick and Helen (from Rugby) for coffee and a chat as they enjoyed a brief break. Good luck in your future ventures!
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6 comments:

  1. Maggy19 September 2017 at 09:15

    A lovely series of photos.

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  2. Mike Attwood19 September 2017 at 19:34

    That little lot certainly makes a nice change Kevin.

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  3. Kevin Groocock19 September 2017 at 19:37

    Thank you Maggy

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  4. Kevin Groocock19 September 2017 at 19:38

    Widening my horizons Mike!

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  5. ElliptiGO Nick20 September 2017 at 17:29

    It was really great to see you & Heather again Kevin! Must make more time for the next visit and hopefully we can find some interesting subjects to photograph.
    The Red Backed Shrike was a first for me so happy! Did managed some lovely close ups of The Gannets though, soon as i can shall share on twitter.

    Aiming for the ringing weekend next month, so look forward to seeing you both then if your around?

    Helen says high too..


    All the best

    Nick

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  6. Kevin Groocock20 September 2017 at 18:58

    Give us a shout when you know your plans. The ringing and migration week should be good. I'll look forward to seeing your Gannet images. See you both soon.

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