Another early start to a small hide on the hillside above Cremenes for Red-backed Shrikes - except the only one we briefly saw was a female about 100 metres away. In the meantime, a Common Whitethroat visited on and off, keeping to the bushes

before finally giving up for a decent shot.

With nothing much happening, we returned to La Luna for the rest of morning session. The Griffon Vultures did not appear to dominate the food. A lone Carrion Crow showed for a short time

until a pair of Ravens appeared and they monpolised the food.

A lone Common Buzzard also put in a brief appearance

but the stars of the session, once again, were Black Kites.

finally giving a grandstand view by perching on a post just in front of the hide.

Undoubtedly, the unseasonal heatwave was affecting the wildlife as several expected species just did not appear.