Barred Warbler, Bempton Dell
No, I haven't been "barred" (yet!), but I refer to the bird - a fantastic Barred Warbler found by Trev C in Bempton Dell! A very skulky bird, disappearing for long periods before feeding on the elderberries.
Today started mild and bright but dulled up in the afternoon with rain arriving about 1500hrs. The wind also increased but from the west meaning migration would be limited. On the cliffs, we still have Gannets, Fulmars and Shags below, but it is noticeable that the birds are quickly thinning out.
So, what else was about today?
On the nature trail, a Stonechat was nice to see
Several Blackcaps fed well in the dell area
Standing on Bartlett Nab viewpoint, Kittiwake movement, mainly Tarrocks, were moving north in groups of 6 - 20 with c500 passing in an hour!
You cannot fail to miss the Gannets on the cliffs, on the sea and in flight with thousands still present. Their young (Gugas) are still in varying stages of development. Could this Guga be the youngest? Seen from Bartlett Nab.
Allopreening Gannet pair
Gannet life on Staple Newk
One of my favourite birds, the Fulmar
Keep 'em peeled!
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