Thruscross and Sandwith Moor 03-05-2009

Truth be told a bit disappointing, though not sure why as it ought to be a good wind for movement. A fair number of swallow's moving to keep us busy esp over Sandwith Moor.

Thruscross Res., 06:45-8:55
Wind increasing F4 NW; Temp 6oC ; Cloud: 4/8 ; Vis 40km

All NW unless otherwise stated
Cuckoo 1 SW + 1 heard
Swallow 12
Linnet 2 W
Chaffinch 5
Carrion Crow 7
Rook 1 W
Woodpigeon 10
Stock Dove 1
Canada Geese 13 W
LBBG 3
Herring Gull 2
BHG 9
Greylag 1
Grey Heron 1 N

Sandwith Moor., 09:05-11:00
Wind 4 NW; Temp 6oC ; Cloud: 4/8 ; Vis 40km

Swallow 85 N
House Martin 2 N
Swift 1 NW
Wheatear 3 N?

John Blacker and Andy Hanby