A fine male Wheatear today, in equally fine weather was the first of, I'm sure, what will prove to be many this spring. The sea was thick with flocks of Guillemots and Razorbills, although the Razorbills were the ones today which had more of an affinity for the cliffs - there were some sublime images of Razorbills on the new camera in the soft afternoon light, indulging in some very affectionate pair bonding preening. They are gorgeous birds close to.
The Barn Owl box has attracted the attention of local Kestrels, if for nothing else the opportunity to survey the surrounding grassland via the comfort of a perch. When not on top of the box (and on these occasions being joined by the odd Jackdaw) the male Kestrel is being incessantly mobbed by Meadow Pipits - all part of being a Kestrel though.
Other things to look for include Peregrines, which are still showing well, northward bound flocks of Whooper Swans (yesterday was Whooper Swan day on the coast here and they doubtless flew over the reserve, so keep an eye out for small flocks and an ear out for a gentle 'whooping sound) and the first Chiffchaff or even a Swallow.