Paphos Headland is one of my favourite birding sites in Cyprus, and for good
reasons. It attracts some great birds, especially during spring migration, but
even in winter it's very good. It's probably the go to site in Cyprus for
visitors who want to add greater sandplover to their lists, and there are
great views to be had of red-throated pipits, Spanish sparrows and woodlarks.
This male Kentish plover was an unexpected bonus today, photographed here with
two greater sandplovers.
Red-throated pipit, adult in winter plumage.
Male Spanish sparrow.
Shags are pretty scarce in Cyprus and Paphos harbour is always a good bet for
finding one. They are of the Mediterranean race desmarestii in which
the 1st winter birds are much whiter than is typical in Atlantic shags.
Golden plover.
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