24 Sept - I decided to go ahead with my pre-planned walking trip to Scotland, but had to modify the itinerary as a Sandhill Crane conveniently arrived from North America....excellent views of the bird for an hour or so at first light at its roost on Loch of Strathbeg RSPB reserve - before it flew off to feed. A major UK rarity. Photos 2-3, courtesy Joseph Nichols on Birdforum. Also seen - approx 15,000 Pink-footed Geese, newly arrived to winter or move further south. Nearby, the Ythan estuary held a good selection of waders including 30+ Bar-tailed Godwits, 50+ Curlew, 100+ Redshank, 15+ Ruff and a Little Stint, as well as 100s of Lapwings and 50+ Golden Plover (photos 1,4-6 JM). There were also 10 Golden Plover in a flock on the summit ridge of Ben Chonzie in the afternoon.
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