Kittiwake - flock of 11 flew into the Bay just as the IOM ferry turned into port, presumably having followed it
Sanderling - one running around with Knot on the top of the heliport seawall - unusual here in winter. Worst pic of the year so far?
The observatory was set up in 1980. It involves ringing,'vis mig' counts (including seabirds) and general monitoring in the Heysham Nature reserve/power stations/harbour area. The statutory moth trap is in place and also a daily log for butterflies, dragonflies etc. We share an office, kindly provided by EDF Energy, with the County Wildlife Trust. This is located next to the Nature Reserve car park. Do call in. Please leave sightings in the letterbox, ESPECIALLY 'fly-by' seabirds.