The residue of storm Callum remained into today, strong
winds coming from the South-west battered the island, leaving trees flailing
about and all inhabitants of the island sheltering indoors from the torrential
rain. That said, those that persevered through the conditions were treated to a
few notable species.
A Great Northern Diver was the first order of the day, a
bird just beginning to lose its summer-plumage. A Teal was among the resident
Mallards, whilst on the beaches a pleasant variety of waders kept us
entertained which included two Ringed Plovers, 10 Purple Sandpipers, one
Whimbrel, 60 Curlews, 26 Redshanks and 50 Turnstones. From the North End a
Short-eared Owl was definitely a highlight of the day, but a Great Skua passing
by was also a nice treat. Some bashing of the bushes revealed just a small
selection of passerines sheltering from the weather, one Blackcap, four
Chiffchaffs, 10 Goldcrests, one Spotted Flycatcher and three Coal Tits were the
highlights.
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