Gannet
A pleasant walk to Bempton Cliffs, sunny intervals but a strong, cooling, south west blow. No real change on the cliffs with all of the breeding seabirds present, although some playing hard to spot (Puffins!), and quite a few eggs being seen, some where they should be and many others on the cliffs, predated by gulls and crows. I have no idea about the Black Browed Albatross! This bird is still bringing in visitors, most heading straight to Staple Newk in the hope of seeing it. For me, the Albatross means very few, if any, visitors on the west reserve, peaceful, just how I like it!
Puffins were present but distant
Gannets
New kid on the block? New Gannet nest just east of Bartlett Nab
Sad! This Gannet was seen collecting vegetation as nesting material, but had what looks like nylon cord, or netting, around its neck. The result of discarded human detritus.
Razorbills
Guillemots (one with egg)
Herring Gull
At this time of year, many of the eggs are predated by Herring Gulls and Corvids. Luckily, early in the year, the seabirds are able to lay up to three eggs, (fertility does reduce though), but will only raise one young.
Goldfinch
All images taken handheld with Sony RX10 Mk4.
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