The usual walk along the river was initially unpromising as the rain which had persisted all day still continued. Nothing was on the river because of its swollen state and the turbidity of the water. However a Kingfisher was found, having relocated to the park pond. Also in the park, a female Sparrowhawk which seemed to be coralling small birds into the top of a tree flew off when we appeared. The local birds were also disturbed by a Grey Heron which flew low over Bonnyholm Playing Fields in the direction of the weir. At least four Collared Doves were on lamposts at Bonnyholm where the Hoodie hybrid had reappeared having been absent over the summer. Back in the park, a Blackcap was giving its "Tuc Tuc!" call (in a different spot from yesterday). Finally, down by the river, three Stock Doves seemed to be showing some mating behaviour, one repeatedly bowing to another with its wings open and tail fanned. Perhaps the breeding season is not over yet for this species.