A Little
Egret flying south off the East Side on 11th was followed by 2 resting in
Jenny’s Cove on 13th. A Turtle Dove on 10th was thought probably the same
individual seen on 13th and 16th. On 12th the Black Guillemot was off the Sugar
Loaf, relatively far out from the island. In addition to the 2 Little Egrets, the
13th was notable with a strong passage of Swallows and singles of Hoopoe,
Golden Oriole (considered a 1st year male), Whinchat, Redstart, Bullfinch
(superb male) and Wood Warbler. The day was rounded off with 15 Great Skua
flying north together well out from the West Side. Two recurring colour-ringed
Kittiwakes were noted (AV now 16 years since being ringed). Birds singing
throughout the week included Blackcap, Chiffchaff, Willow Warbler and Sedge
Warbler, but it was not evident that any of this involved continuous residence
by any individuals. At least two pairs of Goldfinch were supplemented by other
birds. Spotted Flycatcher was recorded daily, with a maximum of 5. Puffin
maximum count was 75, but this was clearly less than the actual number. The sea
seemed generally quiet with few Gannets (some porpoises but no dolphins) and
auks etc. apparently feeding mostly well away from the island. Plenty of
Manx Shearwater activity at night.
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