5th December - very gusty and strong SW, cloudy, but a mild 11C

Most creatures were doing their best to keep out of the strong winds.

Made it to Shawell Lagoons after lunch for some gull gull watching, but due to the wind conditions there were none.  Some Wigeon, Tufted Ducks, four Mute Swans and two Gadwall (m.f) were present.  A Grey Heron flew over low, scaring the Tufted Duck.

A Munjac deer slipped quickly through a gap in the tree/bush cover, staying visible for a short time.

As dusk neared Starlings started to gather and perform pre-roost 'murmuration' flight, at least 1000 were present before I had to leave.  This is where the Starling were heading that past the village late the other day