The first full day back on this 'hallowed ground', the hill at Cabranosa. It was a hot, sunny day spent in the company of our friends and the migration recorders, with only a few birds flying very high in the still conditions. The day finished in spectacular fashion with the arrival of a juvenile Spanish Imperial Eagle. This raptor was picked up distantly and approached from the east, before dropping into the wood just before the hill. It remained there for about half an hour before lifting off again and giving spectacular views, as it flew past our cars as we were leaving. It had been a day when Sparrowhawks and Peregrines showed frequently, four or five in the air at times. Other arrivals included 6 Honey Buzzards, 1 juv Bonelli's Eagle, a Hobby, Booted Eagle and both Black and Red Kite seen flying together at one point. A distant Montagu's/Pallid Harrier failed to come close enough for an accurate identification. Some awakening birds on Atalaia from just after sunrise. Chough, Spotted Flycatcher, Redstart and Whinchat.
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