4th May 2017

22 nets opened at 0345, with some opened a bit later on, but only for a short while as the wind continued to increase.

Only 22 new birds of 7 species, 50% of the Gransångare (Chiffchaff) and our first Svartvit flugsnappare (Pied Flycatcher) of the year, a 2cy male.

Two guided talks given, one at 1100 to 13 people and one at 1230 to 23, with nets closed at 1330. Made it a very long day but both talks were well received and enjoyed by everyone.

Just Chris & Kay at the Obs overnight.

Wind: North-east
Wind strength: Strong, 8-13 m/s
Temperature: 5
Visibility: Good, 10-20km
Cloud Cover: Clear, 0/8
Precipitation: Dry


Birds
ringed

Wren Gärdsmyg 1
Robin Rödhake 4
Blackcap Svarthätta 1
Chiffchaff Gransångare 11
Willow Warbler Lövsångare 3
Pied Flycatcher Svartvit flugsnappare 1
Chaffinch Bofink 1


Sightings
of note

Common Crane Trana 1 Flying north, possibly landed near Bredmar
Barn Swallow Ladusvala 1 Migrating north