RSPB Bempton Cliffs (2) - 16th May 2021

 

Gannet

The cliffs today were affected by a long staying, cool sea fret that cleared occasionally, but quickly returned, Bempton village, a mile down the road was not affected and visitors were certainly feeling the temperature drop, many without warm clothing. Today's blog is in two parts, this one covering the birds and a second page covering the views.

All of the breeding seabirds were present but the Puffins were again a challenge to find. Fulmars were also in small numbers. A "wow" factor for many visitors were stunning views of the Barn Owl hunting.

A Barn Owl was found early morning, roosting in the Dell. This was most likely a bird passing through rather than one of the breeding pair. It was certainly well hidden!

One of the resident Barn Owls

Puffins were viewable, occasionally!

Razorbills

Guillemots

Kittiwakes

Gannets

A year 4 Gannet not being made very welcome!

Guillemots and Razorbills are incubating eggs, giving the Herring Gulls and Crows the opportunity to predate their eggs. The "Herring Gulls breakfast table" near Bartlett Nab evidences such activity, Luckily, these Auks can lay second eggs.

All images taken handheld with Sony RX10 Mk4.

Please do not park on Cliff Lane when visiting the reserve.

Please wear warm clothing and bring binoculars to get the best out of your visit.

Please do not cross over fences or approach the cliff edge to get a "better" view.