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.

Friday, 8 May 2020

Exercise Walks in May 2020

Roe Deer Buck

The cool wind has gone, the sun is shining and the sky is blue! Certainly not a typical combination for a bank holiday on the coast! Then again, nature wouldn't understand the change from a Monday to a Friday (in order to celebrate VE75).

I have to say that I have never managed to get as close to a Roe Deer as I did this morning! I expected the deer to charge off as soon as he spotted me, but no, this buck stood and looked at me, at one point actually walked towards me! Fantastic animal!




If only the birds were as obliging! All of the expected species were seen, with Yellow Wagtail and my first Garden Warbler being heard. Six Lesser Whitethroats were either seen or heard, Corn Buntings numbered six, one Blackcap, three Sedge Warblers and best of the day, my first Whinchat.

Corn Bunting




Sedge Warbler




Colourful Reed Bunting!



If only this Lesser Whitethroat would've turned around!


A slightly different view!


All of the breeding seabirds were present in varying numbers, but there were very few Fulmars again.

Puffins



Puffins can be very difficult to spot!



Kittiwake


Guillemot


Razorbills (with the cloacal kiss!)



And finally, a little bit of colour, because I liked it! (Red Campion with Gorse)


Please stay safe and always follow current government instructions.

All of Bempton Cliffs visitor facilities are currently closed.

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