Seaford Head 21/8/15

Despite promising conditions, it was dire this morning. This has been the theme of this week, not just here but all along the south coast. Fingers crossed for an improvement. A few Melodious turning up on the south coast as well will certainly keep the enthusiasm in touch.

Totals are:

Wheatear - 2
Whinchat - 2
Snipe - 1 flew SW
Whitethroat - 45
Lesser Whitethroat - 12
Grasshopper Warbler - 1
Reed Warbler - 8
Willow Warbler - 8!!! Dismal total for time of year
Chiffchaff - 3
Blackcap - 5
Red-breasted Merganser - 1 female sat on sea off from coastguards

Grasshopper Warbler in Hope Gap