Some light easterly winds the last few days resulted in some more migrants appearing locally. These included 2 Lesser Whitethroats in the Kirkton area, as well as a handful of Wheatear and a few Swallows on the move. There is an adult Little Gull on Meikle Loch currently, which apparently has been present for some days. Wildfowl include 2 pairs of Gadwall on Meikle, and at least 3 pairs of Pintail on the upper Ythan. Aside from this the bright conditions today meant good viewing of some of the other local birds, including Yellowhammers and Reed Bunting in striking summer plumage dotted around the village.
Finally keep your eyes open for the two Raven patrolling the village occasionally
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| Male Yellowhammer |
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| Lesser Whitethroat |
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| The second bird... |
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| Meadow Pipit |
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| Male Reed Bunting |
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| Skylark |
Ravens have also been reported in the reserve apparently. This is a relatively unusual occurrence for the Collieston area.
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