Despite last night’s wind I had a good nocturnal trip to Wharncliffe Heath, where woodcocks somehow managed to keep on roding despite the gales, and a churring nightjar was a welcome noise. Another highlight was this tawny owl chick - it’s a terrible photo taken in the gloom, but hopefully you can still make out what the ball of fluff actually is!

Despite last night’s wind I had a good nocturnal trip to Wharncliffe Heath, where woodcocks somehow managed to keep on roding despite the gales, and a churring nightjar was a welcome noise. Another highlight was this tawny owl chick - it’s a terrible photo taken in the gloom, but hopefully you can still make out what the ball of fluff actually is!