Bird and wildlife news from Lundy Bird Observatory (discontinued Nov 2023). For the latest island updates visit www.lundybirdobs.org.uk
Sunday, 23 April 2017
23rd April – Warbler migration continues apace
Rob Duncan reports another excellent day's ringing and birding. A further 118 birds were ringed, including 41 Willow Warblers, 25 Blackcaps, 17 Chiffchaffs, 12 Sedge Warblers, 3 Grasshopper Warblers and 2 Whitethroats. There was a big movement of hirundines in the afternoon, including 400 Swallows, 50 Sand Martins and 40 House Martins. Other migrants included 45 Wheatears and 2 Ring Ouzels.
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