Western Bonelli's Warbler, Burrafirth, Unst 18th Sept. 2015

Photo courtesy Dave Willis

After making our way to Unst yesterday evening & arriving at Baltasound, which is our base for the next two weeks, this morning we made our way to Burrafirth to see another Western Bonelli's Warbler at Shore Station, which had been there since 15th September.

Once again excellent views were obtained & this bird was calling quite frequently, unlike the bird yesterday at Sumburgh. Whilst on site an Otter made its way across the road & up the bank. I've only seen Otters in water previously, so to see one on land was rather exciting.

Western Bonelli's Warbler, Sumburgh 17th September 2015

Photo courtesy Dave Willis

On the first day of my visit to Shetland, the first port of call was Sumburgh Head Lighthouse where a Western Bonelli's Warbler had been in residence in the compound since 14th September.

The bird was mostly inhabiting a small area of thistles, giving excellent views. Only the second time I've seen Western Bonelli's.

We also found two Yellow-browed Warblers in Sumburgh Hotel garden. A nice bonus.