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The other goodies were American Golden Plover (new or same bird? Can’t tell), Lesser Yellowlegs (probably the bird @miceal.bsky.social had a few days back but wasn’t sure enough to post - be more confident!), Great Egret and Hen Harrier. Barn Owl and LEO in the evening.
The other goodies were American Golden Plover (new or same bird? Can’t tell), Lesser Yellowlegs (probably the bird @miceal.bsky.social had a few days back but wasn’t sure enough to post - be more confident!), Great Egret and Hen Harrier. Barn Owl and LEO in the evening.
November 8, 2025 at 9:51 PM
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The other goodies were American Golden Plover (new or same bird? Can’t tell), Lesser Yellowlegs (probably the bird @miceal.bsky.social had a few days back but wasn’t sure enough to post - be more confident!), Great Egret and Hen Harrier. Barn Owl and LEO in the evening.
The other goodies were American Golden Plover (new or same bird? Can’t tell), Lesser Yellowlegs (probably the bird @miceal.bsky.social had a few days back but wasn’t sure enough to post - be more confident!), Great Egret and Hen Harrier. Barn Owl and LEO in the evening.
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Great day at Inch. A Bittern was seen in the morning and eventually showed itself close to dusk, giving great views. Lots of other goodies too.
Great day at Inch. A Bittern was seen in the morning and eventually showed itself close to dusk, giving great views. Lots of other goodies too.
November 8, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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Great day at Inch. A Bittern was seen in the morning and eventually showed itself close to dusk, giving great views. Lots of other goodies too.
Great day at Inch. A Bittern was seen in the morning and eventually showed itself close to dusk, giving great views. Lots of other goodies too.
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The Influx of Taiga Bean Geese continues with 9 birds now at Inch. It’s a bit crazy that despite convincing previous sightings, there are no accepted records for this species in Donegal!
Reference ‘The Birds of Co Donegal’ - a flock of 21 was at Castlewray in 1982.
The Influx of Taiga Bean Geese continues with 9 birds now at Inch. It’s a bit crazy that despite convincing previous sightings, there are no accepted records for this species in Donegal!
Reference ‘The Birds of Co Donegal’ - a flock of 21 was at Castlewray in 1982.
October 24, 2025 at 11:54 PM
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The Influx of Taiga Bean Geese continues with 9 birds now at Inch. It’s a bit crazy that despite convincing previous sightings, there are no accepted records for this species in Donegal!
Reference ‘The Birds of Co Donegal’ - a flock of 21 was at Castlewray in 1982.
The Influx of Taiga Bean Geese continues with 9 birds now at Inch. It’s a bit crazy that despite convincing previous sightings, there are no accepted records for this species in Donegal!
Reference ‘The Birds of Co Donegal’ - a flock of 21 was at Castlewray in 1982.
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While helping to relocate the Bean Geese this morning I found an 8th bird (below). The flock of 7 later returned to the same field as yesterday. With additional views and shots, the ID of Taiga seems good.
While helping to relocate the Bean Geese this morning I found an 8th bird (below). The flock of 7 later returned to the same field as yesterday. With additional views and shots, the ID of Taiga seems good.
October 21, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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While helping to relocate the Bean Geese this morning I found an 8th bird (below). The flock of 7 later returned to the same field as yesterday. With additional views and shots, the ID of Taiga seems good.
While helping to relocate the Bean Geese this morning I found an 8th bird (below). The flock of 7 later returned to the same field as yesterday. With additional views and shots, the ID of Taiga seems good.
October 20, 2025 at 11:33 PM
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Stumbled upon a flock of 7 Bean Geese today at Inch. The jury is out, but it’s very possible that these are Taiga, which would be significantly rarer than the Tundra cousins. Here’s hoping!
Stumbled upon a flock of 7 Bean Geese today at Inch. The jury is out, but it’s very possible that these are Taiga, which would be significantly rarer than the Tundra cousins. Here’s hoping!
October 20, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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Stumbled upon a flock of 7 Bean Geese today at Inch. The jury is out, but it’s very possible that these are Taiga, which would be significantly rarer than the Tundra cousins. Here’s hoping!
Stumbled upon a flock of 7 Bean Geese today at Inch. The jury is out, but it’s very possible that these are Taiga, which would be significantly rarer than the Tundra cousins. Here’s hoping!
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The flow of American waders continued this afternoon with a juv American Golden Plover at Inch lake. Possibly the same bird as the one at Blanket Nook - I might check later if I can. Nice to get a direct comparison with a Golden..
The flow of American waders continued this afternoon with a juv American Golden Plover at Inch lake. Possibly the same bird as the one at Blanket Nook - I might check later if I can. Nice to get a direct comparison with a Golden..
October 17, 2025 at 3:10 PM
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The flow of American waders continued this afternoon with a juv American Golden Plover at Inch lake. Possibly the same bird as the one at Blanket Nook - I might check later if I can. Nice to get a direct comparison with a Golden..
The flow of American waders continued this afternoon with a juv American Golden Plover at Inch lake. Possibly the same bird as the one at Blanket Nook - I might check later if I can. Nice to get a direct comparison with a Golden..
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The tally of White-rumps has risen to 4 at Inch. The country in general is overrun with them. The American Golden Plover was at the same place at Blanket Nook, but in better light this afternoon. The next week could be very interesting!
The tally of White-rumps has risen to 4 at Inch. The country in general is overrun with them. The American Golden Plover was at the same place at Blanket Nook, but in better light this afternoon. The next week could be very interesting!
October 14, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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The tally of White-rumps has risen to 4 at Inch. The country in general is overrun with them. The American Golden Plover was at the same place at Blanket Nook, but in better light this afternoon. The next week could be very interesting!
The tally of White-rumps has risen to 4 at Inch. The country in general is overrun with them. The American Golden Plover was at the same place at Blanket Nook, but in better light this afternoon. The next week could be very interesting!
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Looks like the yank waders have well and truly arrived. Brief visit to Blanket Nook revealed a Juv American Golden Plover. Hopefully today is the start of a run of birds.
Looks like the yank waders have well and truly arrived. Brief visit to Blanket Nook revealed a Juv American Golden Plover. Hopefully today is the start of a run of birds.
October 13, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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Looks like the yank waders have well and truly arrived. Brief visit to Blanket Nook revealed a Juv American Golden Plover. Hopefully today is the start of a run of birds.
Looks like the yank waders have well and truly arrived. Brief visit to Blanket Nook revealed a Juv American Golden Plover. Hopefully today is the start of a run of birds.
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With all the White-rumped Sandpipers that are popping up all over the country, it was surely only a matter of time before we got one. This one was off the Tready hide this afternoon. The Ring-necked was there too.
With all the White-rumped Sandpipers that are popping up all over the country, it was surely only a matter of time before we got one. This one was off the Tready hide this afternoon. The Ring-necked was there too.
October 13, 2025 at 1:33 PM
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With all the White-rumped Sandpipers that are popping up all over the country, it was surely only a matter of time before we got one. This one was off the Tready hide this afternoon. The Ring-necked was there too.
With all the White-rumped Sandpipers that are popping up all over the country, it was surely only a matter of time before we got one. This one was off the Tready hide this afternoon. The Ring-necked was there too.
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Not quite the kerb appeal of a Harlequin, there was a drake Ring-necked Duck today at Inch lake from the Tready hide.
A walk around Horn Head later to look for Snow Bunting was a success with a very confiding bird at the lookout tower nearest to the point. Beautiful birds!
Not quite the kerb appeal of a Harlequin, there was a drake Ring-necked Duck today at Inch lake from the Tready hide.
A walk around Horn Head later to look for Snow Bunting was a success with a very confiding bird at the lookout tower nearest to the point. Beautiful birds!
October 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Not quite the kerb appeal of a Harlequin, there was a drake Ring-necked Duck today at Inch lake from the Tready hide.
A walk around Horn Head later to look for Snow Bunting was a success with a very confiding bird at the lookout tower nearest to the point. Beautiful birds!
Not quite the kerb appeal of a Harlequin, there was a drake Ring-necked Duck today at Inch lake from the Tready hide.
A walk around Horn Head later to look for Snow Bunting was a success with a very confiding bird at the lookout tower nearest to the point. Beautiful birds!
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Well, no prizes for guessing where I’ve been. The Harlequins showed well this morning so off to Tory to get the Vireos. No sign, so it looks like they may have cleared out. Can’t complain though. Thanks Rob, again..
Well, no prizes for guessing where I’ve been. The Harlequins showed well this morning so off to Tory to get the Vireos. No sign, so it looks like they may have cleared out. Can’t complain though. Thanks Rob, again..
October 10, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Well, no prizes for guessing where I’ve been. The Harlequins showed well this morning so off to Tory to get the Vireos. No sign, so it looks like they may have cleared out. Can’t complain though. Thanks Rob, again..
Well, no prizes for guessing where I’ve been. The Harlequins showed well this morning so off to Tory to get the Vireos. No sign, so it looks like they may have cleared out. Can’t complain though. Thanks Rob, again..
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The madness continued today when those who headed for Tory for the Grey-cheeked Thrush and RB Shrike, we’re also treated to THREE Red-Eyed Vireos. Another new species for the county. If I might paraphrase Scottie, ‘A canny take much more captain’!
The madness continued today when those who headed for Tory for the Grey-cheeked Thrush and RB Shrike, we’re also treated to THREE Red-Eyed Vireos. Another new species for the county. If I might paraphrase Scottie, ‘A canny take much more captain’!
October 9, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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The madness continued today when those who headed for Tory for the Grey-cheeked Thrush and RB Shrike, we’re also treated to THREE Red-Eyed Vireos. Another new species for the county. If I might paraphrase Scottie, ‘A canny take much more captain’!
The madness continued today when those who headed for Tory for the Grey-cheeked Thrush and RB Shrike, we’re also treated to THREE Red-Eyed Vireos. Another new species for the county. If I might paraphrase Scottie, ‘A canny take much more captain’!
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Superb day on Tory with the Grey cheeked thrush showing well, eventually! Bonus birds that are always welcome were Red backed shrike and Lapland bunting. With the Blackpoll still at Arranmore, there’s a lot more out there!
Superb day on Tory with the Grey cheeked thrush showing well, eventually! Bonus birds that are always welcome were Red backed shrike and Lapland bunting. With the Blackpoll still at Arranmore, there’s a lot more out there!
October 7, 2025 at 4:22 PM
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Superb day on Tory with the Grey cheeked thrush showing well, eventually! Bonus birds that are always welcome were Red backed shrike and Lapland bunting. With the Blackpoll still at Arranmore, there’s a lot more out there!
Superb day on Tory with the Grey cheeked thrush showing well, eventually! Bonus birds that are always welcome were Red backed shrike and Lapland bunting. With the Blackpoll still at Arranmore, there’s a lot more out there!
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Seawatch this morning with Chris Ingram at the Bloody Foreland. A quiet morning but still plenty of Sooties and a few Leach’s petrels. Interesting to see species coming in off the sea such as Pintail and Barnacle Geese. A poor attempt to digiscope a Leach’s..
Seawatch this morning with Chris Ingram at the Bloody Foreland. A quiet morning but still plenty of Sooties and a few Leach’s petrels. Interesting to see species coming in off the sea such as Pintail and Barnacle Geese. A poor attempt to digiscope a Leach’s..
October 5, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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Seawatch this morning with Chris Ingram at the Bloody Foreland. A quiet morning but still plenty of Sooties and a few Leach’s petrels. Interesting to see species coming in off the sea such as Pintail and Barnacle Geese. A poor attempt to digiscope a Leach’s..
Seawatch this morning with Chris Ingram at the Bloody Foreland. A quiet morning but still plenty of Sooties and a few Leach’s petrels. Interesting to see species coming in off the sea such as Pintail and Barnacle Geese. A poor attempt to digiscope a Leach’s..
September 30, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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A few more shots of the Swainson’s thrush at Malin More today that show the breast and belly pattern more clearly. A stunning bird that behaved totally against reputation by walking right up to us on occasion!
A few more shots of the Swainson’s thrush at Malin More today that show the breast and belly pattern more clearly. A stunning bird that behaved totally against reputation by walking right up to us on occasion!
September 30, 2025 at 7:47 PM
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A few more shots of the Swainson’s thrush at Malin More today that show the breast and belly pattern more clearly. A stunning bird that behaved totally against reputation by walking right up to us on occasion!
A few more shots of the Swainson’s thrush at Malin More today that show the breast and belly pattern more clearly. A stunning bird that behaved totally against reputation by walking right up to us on occasion!
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Interesting to see a juv Black Tern and a 1st Winter Little gull feeding together at inch. Quite a few similarities between the two.
Interesting to see a juv Black Tern and a 1st Winter Little gull feeding together at inch. Quite a few similarities between the two.
September 22, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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Interesting to see a juv Black Tern and a 1st Winter Little gull feeding together at inch. Quite a few similarities between the two.
Interesting to see a juv Black Tern and a 1st Winter Little gull feeding together at inch. Quite a few similarities between the two.
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The run of Black Terns at Inch continues with 8 yesterday and 5 today. It’s been quite a few years since the last Autumn influx. Curlew sands are also everywhere with around 25 yesterday. Smaller numbers today. We need some of those yank waders that the north is getting!
The run of Black Terns at Inch continues with 8 yesterday and 5 today. It’s been quite a few years since the last Autumn influx. Curlew sands are also everywhere with around 25 yesterday. Smaller numbers today. We need some of those yank waders that the north is getting!
September 13, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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The run of Black Terns at Inch continues with 8 yesterday and 5 today. It’s been quite a few years since the last Autumn influx. Curlew sands are also everywhere with around 25 yesterday. Smaller numbers today. We need some of those yank waders that the north is getting!
The run of Black Terns at Inch continues with 8 yesterday and 5 today. It’s been quite a few years since the last Autumn influx. Curlew sands are also everywhere with around 25 yesterday. Smaller numbers today. We need some of those yank waders that the north is getting!
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A seawatch from the Bloody Foreland on Thursday 11th was fairly quiet, but we did get 4 Great Shearwaters, 36 Sooties, 1 Leach’s Petrel, 7 Great And 5 Arctic Skuas. 1 Grey Phalarope also.
There probably won’t many more opportunities this year, but you never know.
A seawatch from the Bloody Foreland on Thursday 11th was fairly quiet, but we did get 4 Great Shearwaters, 36 Sooties, 1 Leach’s Petrel, 7 Great And 5 Arctic Skuas. 1 Grey Phalarope also.
There probably won’t many more opportunities this year, but you never know.
September 12, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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A seawatch from the Bloody Foreland on Thursday 11th was fairly quiet, but we did get 4 Great Shearwaters, 36 Sooties, 1 Leach’s Petrel, 7 Great And 5 Arctic Skuas. 1 Grey Phalarope also.
There probably won’t many more opportunities this year, but you never know.
A seawatch from the Bloody Foreland on Thursday 11th was fairly quiet, but we did get 4 Great Shearwaters, 36 Sooties, 1 Leach’s Petrel, 7 Great And 5 Arctic Skuas. 1 Grey Phalarope also.
There probably won’t many more opportunities this year, but you never know.
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Good passage birds today with Little Stint, Curlew Sand and 3 Black Tern at Inch. 10 Curlew Sands were at Blanket Nook.
Good passage birds today with Little Stint, Curlew Sand and 3 Black Tern at Inch. 10 Curlew Sands were at Blanket Nook.
September 9, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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Good passage birds today with Little Stint, Curlew Sand and 3 Black Tern at Inch. 10 Curlew Sands were at Blanket Nook.
Good passage birds today with Little Stint, Curlew Sand and 3 Black Tern at Inch. 10 Curlew Sands were at Blanket Nook.
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You see some odd looking ducks in moult at this time of year. This bird almost looks like it’s trying to be a Storm Wigeon. The pale head patches look even more creamy yellow in real life. However, it has grey on flanks among other things. Likely to be a mix of DNA in this chap.
You see some odd looking ducks in moult at this time of year. This bird almost looks like it’s trying to be a Storm Wigeon. The pale head patches look even more creamy yellow in real life. However, it has grey on flanks among other things. Likely to be a mix of DNA in this chap.
September 8, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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You see some odd looking ducks in moult at this time of year. This bird almost looks like it’s trying to be a Storm Wigeon. The pale head patches look even more creamy yellow in real life. However, it has grey on flanks among other things. Likely to be a mix of DNA in this chap.
You see some odd looking ducks in moult at this time of year. This bird almost looks like it’s trying to be a Storm Wigeon. The pale head patches look even more creamy yellow in real life. However, it has grey on flanks among other things. Likely to be a mix of DNA in this chap.
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Good day on Tory. The Greenish warbler was still there (unbelievably) and showed well. Later picked up a bonus bird in the form of a Pied flycatcher. Autumn migration has kicked off in earnest. 4 Porpoise and oddly, a Clouded Yellow was seen from the Ferry!
Good day on Tory. The Greenish warbler was still there (unbelievably) and showed well. Later picked up a bonus bird in the form of a Pied flycatcher. Autumn migration has kicked off in earnest. 4 Porpoise and oddly, a Clouded Yellow was seen from the Ferry!
September 3, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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Good day on Tory. The Greenish warbler was still there (unbelievably) and showed well. Later picked up a bonus bird in the form of a Pied flycatcher. Autumn migration has kicked off in earnest. 4 Porpoise and oddly, a Clouded Yellow was seen from the Ferry!
Good day on Tory. The Greenish warbler was still there (unbelievably) and showed well. Later picked up a bonus bird in the form of a Pied flycatcher. Autumn migration has kicked off in earnest. 4 Porpoise and oddly, a Clouded Yellow was seen from the Ferry!
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Curlew Sandpiper at the grange end of Bkanket Nook this morning. A female type Garganey was at the Moyle end, associating with teal. Good year for Garganey! I think that is the 8th bird this year. 2 juv Black terns were also found at Inch (C. Ingrim / T. Campbell).
Curlew Sandpiper at the grange end of Bkanket Nook this morning. A female type Garganey was at the Moyle end, associating with teal. Good year for Garganey! I think that is the 8th bird this year. 2 juv Black terns were also found at Inch (C. Ingrim / T. Campbell).
September 2, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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Curlew Sandpiper at the grange end of Bkanket Nook this morning. A female type Garganey was at the Moyle end, associating with teal. Good year for Garganey! I think that is the 8th bird this year. 2 juv Black terns were also found at Inch (C. Ingrim / T. Campbell).
Curlew Sandpiper at the grange end of Bkanket Nook this morning. A female type Garganey was at the Moyle end, associating with teal. Good year for Garganey! I think that is the 8th bird this year. 2 juv Black terns were also found at Inch (C. Ingrim / T. Campbell).
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Water rail have also had a good year at Blanket Nook. Clear signs of breeding success are visible such as this juvenile bird. Often difficult to see, but not so this year.
Water rail have also had a good year at Blanket Nook. Clear signs of breeding success are visible such as this juvenile bird. Often difficult to see, but not so this year.
August 20, 2025 at 11:43 PM
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Water rail have also had a good year at Blanket Nook. Clear signs of breeding success are visible such as this juvenile bird. Often difficult to see, but not so this year.
Water rail have also had a good year at Blanket Nook. Clear signs of breeding success are visible such as this juvenile bird. Often difficult to see, but not so this year.