Thursday 15 February 2007

Are Shag numbers still in double-figures?

Heysham Obs
6 Shag, as yesterday, by the waterfall in the harbour and a further 3 along the north harbour wall. Not all the potential nooks and crannies could be checked, notably anything around the outfalls. No sign of the Med Gulls along the north harbour wall for quite a lengthy spell today. Thanks for the info, Howard.

Elsewhere
That current rarity, a Red-throated Diver, made an appearance off Morecambe Stone Jetty this morning. The main feeding area for Purple Sandpiper was disturbed for a lengthy period and there was no sign