The first Black Redstart of the year was at Ty Pellaf and a second Firecrest was found at Cristin. Just three Chiffchaffs were noted after yesterday's small influx, whilst four Wheatears and three Stonechats were noted. Raptor interest included a female Merlin, two Buzzards and two Peregrines. A Little Owl remained vocal along the track between the observatory and Nant, and the Great Spotted Woodpecker continued its stay for another day. At sea a Red-throated Diver, eight Fulmars, 12 Manx Shearwaters and five Gannets passed by.
A single Common Quaker was caught overnight in the observatory moth trap.
The steep-sided slopes and tall cliffs of the east side is a sight not often experienced by visitors to the island. © Billy Dykes
The island's Razorbill and Kittiwake colonies are restricted to the rocky ledges and boulder fields of the east side. All photos above © Ben Porter
Oystercatchers are a common sight and sound along the tideline at this time of year. Many birds are already paired up with territories established © Ben Porter
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