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Local Rarity 3rd June 2022

Hawkeye

Eyes and Ears Everywhere
Western Isles / Outer Hebrides bird sightings for today, 3rd June 2022. Updated throughout the day

Bayhead, North Uist
A *Bee-eater* was seen on wires just south of Ashdall Cottages then flew south towards Loch Paible. Presumably the same bird was later heard flying over Balranald (Also see Bruce's post below)

Rubha Ardvule, South Uist
3 Black-tailed Godwits were seen there today
 
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