Monday 3 November 2008

1 NOVEMBER 2008 - SNOW BUNTING FLOCK OVER

IVINGHOE HILLS NR

I had 5 SNOW BUNTINGS flying north over Beacon Hill this morning at 9.10am. I initially heard one and looked up to see it fly over my head. I could then hear others calling, and got another 4 which the single bird then joined. The group flew low over the north side of Beacon Hill and headed for the road. Frustratingly, I didn't have my phone on me, and there was no one else around to share the sighting with. Also 1 male BLACKCAP, a pair of COMMON STONECHATS, and a reasonable flurry of Redwings, Fieldfares, and Woodpigeons. There were also a couple of Goldcrests flitting around so maybe worth a look in the scrubby area for something more unusual.

JONATHAN NASIR

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