Introduction The Bee-Eater is a species I have only seen once, but has recently been making headlines across the UK, with a small number taking up residency in a Norfolk quarry for consecutive years! Rather exciting, as this species establishing a population in the UK would be simply incredible. They may well turn up nextContinue reading “Bird Spotlights: European Bee-Eater”
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RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch
The Big Garden Birdwatch happens but once a year. Run by the RSPB, this citizen science project collects vital information for conservation. For example, it has revealed the catastrophic declines in House Sparrow and Starling populations, which we assume common. All you need to do is watch birds in your garden or local area forContinue reading “RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch”
Memories- The Moorland Hunt Part 1
A long time ago, we were up on Dartmoor. We left the car behind and started our hike. We were out looking for a cuckoo. I kept on ploughing through gorse, still headed up. Once I found a nice spot, I laid down a blanket and had some lunch. A cuckoo was calling from downContinue reading “Memories- The Moorland Hunt Part 1”
Recommendation Of The Week: Bowling Green Marsh
Today, I am going to review Bowling Green Marsh, an RSPB reserve in Topsham, Devon, England from my perspective. Grid Reference SX971875. To be honest, there is a long walk up the road from where you can park your car to get to different paths but it’s worth it in the end. When you getContinue reading “Recommendation Of The Week: Bowling Green Marsh”
The Bovey Birder 