Sunday 29 August 2021

Sunday 29 August

 Thanks to Mark for covering the blog yesterday.

James reported 3 ruff, an osprey, a sparrowhawk, approx 50 black tailed godwits, and 12 knot among the waders. All at Loch Gruinart.

Jim reported the following:  "Carnain, Loch Indaal - 45 knot, 120+ meadow pipits & 40+ alba wagtails (mostly whites on sand), 160+ sand Martin, 35 swallow, 42 teal and one male hen harrier."

Later from Bruichladdich Jim spotted a dark phase Arctic Skua flying East.

At Claddach there was a wheatear by the house all day.  Nearby Ballameanach croft had around a dozen wagtails near the house.

Bird Nerds will be meeting on the last Tuesday of the month as usual - details tomorrow.

Tonight is also the last night for Lesley, who sadly leaves Islay tomorrow.  Wishing you safe travels Lesley, I'm sure we'll see you back as a visitor in the future. 

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