Another quiet morning ...

Despite an early start last Saturday morning it was clear that Paul's garden was not holding much in the way of winter migrants. Very few thrushes were present with the one or two Redwings flying over clearly not being attracted by the tape lure. The first net round provided the bulk of the birds with Blackbirds being the most numerous. Subsequent rounds were undoubtedly hindered, firstly by the heavy mist hanging on the net, then secondly by the rising sun further increasing their visibility.

It was a pleasant surprise, however, to discover variety in the form of a first winter female Bullfinch. The first individual of this species that I have ringed this year.

First winter (3) female Bullfinch

Totals - to follow