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Alan Tilmouth: dual disaster ahead
Pressure to develop the A1 into a dual carriageway in Northumberland will only make matters worse for wildlife along this stretch of road,...
17/12/2023
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Always entertaining, sometimes controversial – the views of some of birding's top opinion-makers.
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Lucy McRobert: pelagic magic
Back in July and August, the ultimate Scilly seabird season shattered all previous records and, despite not getting in on the act herself,...
03/12/2023
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Arjun Dutta: is AI a birder's friend or foe?
Apps like Merlin Bird ID are becoming increasingly popular among birders. But what factors need to be considered when it comes to...
23/11/2023
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Alan Tilmouth: birding origins
Our columnist wanders down memory lane to recount some of his birding 'trigger points'.
09/11/2023
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Lucy McRobert: the future of bird clubs
Our columnist delves into the recent discussion regarding the outlook for local bird organisations, and asks what positive changes they...
29/10/2023
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Steve Nuttall: reaching patch paradise
One of Britain's most dedicated patchwatchers, Steve Nuttall, recently celebrated hitting a landmark 250 species at Belvide Reservoir after...
19/10/2023
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Alan Tilmouth: from dusk till dawn
Is the start or the end of the day a more enjoyable time to be out in the field? Our columnist deliberates first- and last-light birding.
05/10/2023
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Lucy McRobert: description woes
When non-birders try to describe a bird they don't recognise, prepare for any outcome – common or rare – says our columnist.
21/09/2023
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David Waugh: sounding off
Whether it's Great Northern Divers in the European countryside or African Fish Eagles in Asia, directors dubbing out-of-context bird calls...
10/09/2023
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Alan Tilmouth: grey-headed heaven
Our columnist's home county was in the limelight back in May when what could prove to be the bird of the year was found, resulting in a...
27/08/2023
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Lucy McRobert: dawn chorus spectacular
Back in May, setting a super early alarm proved more than worth it for our columnist, who enjoyed a magical morning in the field.
16/08/2023
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David Campbell: public engagement
Some non-birders may have no interest in what we're watching, but others are more intrigued – and that's why we should engage with...
03/08/2023
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