Tuesday 17 September 2019

17th September

A shorter visit today with less areas covered and consequently lower warbler numbers. A good start just after dawn with the first tree in the Paddock holding a Spotted Flycatcher and a Black Redstart. The Paddock was again crawling with Chiffchaffs, contributing to a grand total of around 105. Blackcaps numbered 32 and there was also three Lesser and three Common Whitethroats. A single Reed Warbler was in the usual place at Hope Point along with the first Reed Bunting of the autumn. 14 Goldcrests were encounters but only two Stonechats today.  Around 1,200 House Martins flew north. Most disturbing sight of the day was a dog harassing the sheep while the owner continued with their walk, seemingly oblivious to the mayhem their playful pet was causing. Although it was only a small dog, it did seem to cause one fatality. One sheep was left motionless with Magpies and Ravens in attendance. The incident along with a supporting set of photos has been reported to the police.

First Reed Warbler of the autumn at Hope Point (BR)

Its been a good few days for Spotted Flycatchers, with another two today (BR)

Chiffchaffs continue in good numbers especially around the Paddock (BR)

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