Mallards on Bartons Field. ©ThomasWeston
The Mallards of Barton's Field have been a regular feature throughout the census.
Ringing
On a boat day there is always a lot to do. However, a ringing session and split census before boat work resulted in the first two Whitethroats caught in the post-breeding period, another Lundy-born Blackcap, a little fall of Willow Warblers with 18 caught and a new Linnet. There was not much to report after this although some more Willow Warblers were seen in the evening, and this was believed to be a good sign for the coming day. However, spoiler alert, it did not quite turn out like this.