First Goldcrest of the autumn

2nd September 2009 - overcast/heavy showers, rain by evening S2/3
Offshore
Morning observations provided just small numbers of Gannet, Razorbill, Common Scoter and Sandwich Tern.
Grounded Migrants
Heavy showers early morning produced a few grounded birds including 60 Meadow Pipit, 50 alba Wagtail, 3 Robin, 2 Chiffchaff, 2 Whitethroat and single Sedge Warbler and Goldcrest.
Diurnal Migration
A total of 6 Grey Wagtail and a party of 6 Sand Martin flew through
Wildfowl and Waders
Waders included 10 Greenshank and single Spotted Redshank and Black-tailed Godwit.
Miscellaneous
Several Barn Owl were again logged.