Fulmar
Not a bad day on the cliffs today, a dull grey morning with some light rain, becoming brighter with sunny periods as the wind got stronger. It was a good day for birds but only the Gannets, Fulmars and Herring Gulls remained on the cliffs. Out on the sea and in flight were Guillemots, Razorbills and my first Kittiwakes of the season. Of the eight main breeding birds at Bempton (Gannet; Shag; Fulmar; Herring Gull; Kittiwake; Guillemot; Razorbill and puffin), I have seen all except Puffin this year. It is also nice to see Shags gaining their breeding crests. Harbour Porpoise were seen and a Weasel dashed along the cliff top.
So what else did we see today? Todays Sightings
It is always nice to see the unexpected and today a year two Gannet paid a visit! Normally, year one and two Gannets prefer the west coast of Africa and the Bay of Biscay in their first two years, but always a pleasure to see.
I tried to capture some of the Gannets flying over the surf as a change
As the wind increased, the birds in flight slowed down but didn't quite "hang" in the air! Not complaining though!
Fulmars
Did someone mention chips?
Herring Gulls
Gannet Life
A gift for my beloved!
Magnificent Gannets in flight
And one of the ever present Jackdaws
With bird numbers increasing daily, what will you discover?
Keep 'em peeled!
Great photos. I'm coming on a visit in March so your blog will give me an idea of what to look for. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThank you Wendy. We shall look forward to seeing you.
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