Tuesday 2 February 2016

Ferry on form

Heysham Obs
Nice stiff westerly and clear conditions are usually good for ferry followers and this was the case today

Little Gull - at least 12 behind ferry (one 2CY), some remaining on seaward end of outfalls, 3 out earlier
Kittiwake - at least 25 behind ferry, flock of 11 adults soon flew out rest milled about (4 x 2CY)
Med Gull - 2 x adult behind ferry, then seaward end Heysham outfalls
Eider - c70 offshore
Great crested Grebe in harbour
No sign Guillemot