October was cooler and wetter than September. In comparison with October 2017 it was colder and drier with a fine settled spell
A rare sight on Arran and only the third recorded, a little egret is pictured with a grey heron. Photo Arthur Duncan.in the second half of the month.
October is arguably the busiest birding month, as summer breeders depart, migrants pass through, winter visitors arrive and there is always a strong chance of something unusual. This October there were plenty of interesting birds to enjoy with more than 100 species recorded.