Humes Leaf Warbler
Another excellent late autumn day was enjoyed on the cliffs with sunshine, blue sky, but thickening cloud late afternoon. A challenging northerly blow challenged on the viewpoints, certainly a day to keep moving. Two visitors reported Guillemots on the ledges, so I headed down to Bartlett Nab, but I was faced with naked cliffs! A few Fulmar were noteworthy. Checking the cameras did confirm Guillemots on the cliffs at c0730 and also recorded their departure at c0745!
All of the action was in the wooded areas, grassland and dell areas. The Humes Leaf Warbler, now in its fifth day, rapidly flitted between Bonelli's and Pallas's Patch. challenging photographers, myself included!
Humes Leaf Warbler
Staff, volunteers and visitors respected the two minute silence remembering those who bravely gave their lives in the worlds conflicts.
While checking out the car park bushes and vegetation, I spotted what I thought was a very late Willow Warbler, however it is an "aberrant" Chiffchaff!
"I can see you!" This Kestrel was sheltering on the Owl Box, probably not wishing to have the colour of its claws checked out!
Overhead, a group of c25 Pink Footed Geese circled the reserve. Interestingly, this same group made appearances several times throughout the day.
At least four Stonechats were observed around the reserve grassland
Mid afternoon saw the appearance of two Short Eared Owls (always a pleasure), this one was harassed by Corvids interested in obtaining its tea!
While enjoying the Short Eared Owls, this Barn Owl put in an appearance
Not a bad day! Here are today's sightings
What might you see? Keep 'em peeled!
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