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.

Wednesday, 27 April 2022

Aspects of Bridlington Harbour & Bay - 27th April 2022

 

"Patterns" (Turnstone)

Another cool, dull, grey start to the day, seems that the weather is stuck in a rut (bit like me, really!).

Very little inspiring in and around the harbour, other than the birds! It is noticeable that the waders are decreasing in number, as expected, as they move to their breeding grounds. Kittiwake numbers are variable, with many ousted from their traditional nest sites as more businesses install netting to prevent access to ledges, so very sad.

Turnstones





 And resplendent in their summer plumage



Patterns


Purple Sandpiper




House "Spuggie"

Whenever I see Gulls around the harbour, they always seem to be "plotting"! No doubt hatching a pan involving stealing food, especially chips!






Breakfast


All images taken handheld with Sony RX10 Mk4, in very dull light.

4 comments:

  1. Hugely enjoying all your posts Kevin and Heather. Only been to Bempton once and we are new to RSPB, so its great to see what's happening whilst we aren't there! Planning another trip soon. Thank you so much.
    Anne Lomax

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  2. Thank you Anne and I'm pleased that you enjoying my blog. Hopefully you will be able to return to visit Bempton soon, especially as the breeding season is underway!

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  3. Oh yes for sure
    Next month I think, hoping to take a boat ride to the cliffs from Bridlington.
    All the best
    Anne

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  4. Well worth the boat trip, but sailings are dependent on the sea conditions. You will thoroughly enjoy it.

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