That time again! Here are the questions: Name 3 types of thrush 2. What bird family is the puffin in? 3. How many pairs of cranes breed in the UK? 4. Does the eurasian golden oriole breed in the UK? 5. What century was when the little owl was introduced to the UK 6. HowContinue reading “The Ultimate Bird Quiz: Week 5”
Author Archives: Henry Jones
Mallorca Short Stories: The Holiday Egret
It was early evening. We were walking by a sort of river and we could see a large holiday beach getting closer. We got to it in the end and it was empty. The sand was cold on our feet as we slowly carried on walking. Then, something caught my eye. On this usually extremelyContinue reading “Mallorca Short Stories: The Holiday Egret”
The Ultimate Bird Quiz Answers: Week 4
And now, the answers you have all been waiting for… Mystery Bird 1 I have small spots and I am a common garden bird in some places. I am very similar to a blackbird and I sometimes do something called a murmuration. I am a starling! Mystery Bird 2 I am often seen flying overContinue reading “The Ultimate Bird Quiz Answers: Week 4”
The Ultimate Bird Quiz: Week 4
Seeing as the style of quiz last week was quite popular, I have decided to do one more. Here are the mystery birds. Mystery Bird 1 I have small spots I am a common garden bird in some places I am very similar to a blackbird I sometimes do something called a murmuration. What birdContinue reading “The Ultimate Bird Quiz: Week 4”
Ben From The Owlery
This post is a little different from my usual ones as I wanted to introduce you to one of my favorite nature based artists. I met Ben through some of the shows that my parents exhibit their work at and this sparked a great relationship. I am always excited to find out what he isContinue reading “Ben From The Owlery”
The Ultimate Bird Quiz Answers: Week 3
Here are the answers: Mystery Bird 1 I am a small brown bird and I eat insects and spiders. I am a common garden bird and I am also the most common bird in the UK. I am a wren! Mystery Bird 2 I can be seen in gardens sometimes and I love nyjer seed.Continue reading “The Ultimate Bird Quiz Answers: Week 3”
The Bovey Birder Glossary Page
I have realised I am using a lot of phrases and words that a lot of people don’t understand. Let me know if there are any words of phrases you would like me to add to the list. lifer- a bird I have never seen before RSPB- royal society for the protection of birds Transatlantic-Continue reading “The Bovey Birder Glossary Page”
Memories: The Cutlery Bird
We had parked the car and were getting out. We were at RSPB Arne in Dorset. Now I know I am usually based in Devon but we were on holiday for my birthday. We had started walking. One of the main RSPB reserves, Arne held the last population of dartford warblers in the UK backContinue reading “Memories: The Cutlery Bird”
Recommendation Of The Week: Darts Farm Wetlands
Today I am going to review the darts farm wetlands from my perspective. Address: RSPB darts farm, Topsham rd, Exeter EX3. This reserve is particularly good for brent geese. When you reach the car park, there will be fields one side and a large shop on the other. Ignore the shop for now and headContinue reading “Recommendation Of The Week: Darts Farm Wetlands”
Memories: The long billed bird
We had parked the car and were walking up the road towards the reserve. We were at RSPB Bowling Green Marsh and were here to see some wading birds. At least, that was our target. We reached the gate into the first part of the reserve. It was a rusted black gate but it openedContinue reading “Memories: The long billed bird”
