Marked change in the weather today. Very calm, but also noticeably colder. Ben Lomond has the faintest dusting of snow on its upper slopes. Lots of birds around, taking advantage of the clear conditions. Noticed a Buzzard fly up from the ground into a tree at the first Finlaystone meadow. Later there were two among the sheep. At Langbank, around 20 Rooks were visiting their nests. Not sure why they should be doing that at this time of year.
Large group (around 50) of Whooper Swans in a flooded field right beside the M8 at Inchinnan at 8 45 am and 3 pm. I've never seen them there before. Also a single Buzzard in a tree near there.
Recieved a picture (below) of a mystery bug from Chris. I know it is a Plume Moth. Unsure about the species as my book doesn't cover the micro moths. Did find out the identity of last week's moth though: its a Feathered Thorn.