Early Whimbrel arrives

8th April 2013 – overcast E4/5
Offshore
Early morning observations produced 20 Sandwich Tern and small numbers of Gannet, Red-throated Diver, Common Scoter and Razorbill.
Grounded Migrants
Two Wheatear were the only candidates.
Diurnal Migration
Meadow Pipit numbers returned to a trickle.
Wildfowl and Waders
The Brent Goose flock held 67 pale-bellied birds and a early Whimbrel provided the wader highlight.
Miscellaneous
The Hooded Crow appears to be paired to a Carrion Crow which may lead to identification issues later in the year. Also seen were 7 Twite and 2 Little Egret.