At long last a day off when the weather is suitable for migrants. My first visit this autumn to start my 14th consecutive year of birding Seaford Head in the autumn (and the first time I've missed July!!). There was a reasonable selection of birds about but no great numbers. Nightingales were particularly conspicuous this morning and as the morning warmed up a few Hirundines were trickling through, and a couple of Hobbies also. Just as I was leaving, Bob sent a text stating that 3 Spot Fly and a Redstart were by Harry's Bush, frustrating as this area was devoid of anything when I was there. Still a good morning and fingers crossed a decent autumn ahead.
Totals are:
Willow Warbler - 20
Whitethroat - 45
Lesser Whitethroat - 6
Wheatear - 4
Reed Warbler - 6
Blackcap - 5
Nightingale - 3
Tree Pipit - 4
Whinchat - 2
Yellow Wagtail - 1
Garden Warbler - 2
Sand Martin - 70 W
Chiffchaff - 1
Hobby - 2 adults hunting together
Spotted Flycatcher - 1 in car park
