Goldfinch
twas the Sunday before Christmas, when all on the cliffs
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse
The stockings were hung by the viewpoint with care
In the hope that St. Nicholas soon would be there
(with apologies to Major Henry Livingstone Jr 1748-1828)
Not entirely true, though, as there were good numbers of Herring Gulls, Jackdaws, Feral Pigeons and Fulmars but the rest of the reserve was eerily quiet!
Todays Sightings:
Hardly "Monarch of the Glen" but it is always nice to see Roe Deer on and around the reserve!
Fulmars are being seen in good numbers, in flight, on the cliffs and on the sea.
A pair of Kestrels seem to have taken up residence in one of the Owl boxes near the visitor centre. An attempt at mating was witnessed so lets wish them well!
A good number of Corn Buntings are being seen with c 100+ being observed today
And Linnets
And Goldfinch
Herring Gull
And "Bempton" guardian of the cliffs, continues his lonely vigil!
A reminder that Bempton Cliffs Visitor Centre will be closed from Monday 23rd December 2019 and will re-open on Wednesday 1st January 2020. The reserve will be open at all times. See you in 2020! Keep 'em peeled!
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