26 Aug 18

The Fleet

A quick check on the boats this afternoon as gale force winds hit the South coast today. It was pretty blustery and wet out there, but for a brief few minutes I managed to dodge the showers and record a few waders braving the elements.

I counted at least 10 Ringed Plovers, 5 Turnstones, 4 Dunlin and 2 Oystercatchers.

Here are a few record shots:

Oystercatcher

An adult Turnstone

And another.

This is a juvenile Turnstone

One of the Ringed Plovers taking refuge in amongst the rocks and seaweed.

A really windy day and the boats out on their moorings are taking a right bashing. Especially our Shetland in the centre. Hope the chain holds!!