Identification
Focus on: summer Caspian Gulls
July and August offer the only opportunity to encounter juvenile Caspian Gulls in Britain. Josh Jones explains how to identify them and...
25/07/2015
Species profiles
There could be as many as 35 crossbill species, and most Shore Larks are found anywhere but on the beach. Take an indepth look at these and many more species.
Species profiles
Finding the last Lady Amherst's
Britain's population of Lady Amherst's Pheasant has dwindled to the point that just one may remain. We take a look at the history of the...
09/04/2015
Species profiles
Focus On: early spring overshoots
Southerly winds from mid-March onwards can lead to exciting migrants overshooting their southern European breeding grounds. David Campbell...
21/03/2015
Species profiles
Focus On: Christmas rarities
David Campbell takes a look at some of the past avian highlights found over the festive period.
25/12/2014
Migration
Focus on: early autumn passerine migration
Alan Tilmouth takes a look at the passerine migrants we might expect in the coming few weeks, weather permitting.
20/08/2014
Species profiles
Focus on: late summer waders
David Campbell offers his thoughts on what to look for as return wader passage gathers pace.
26/07/2014
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Species profiles
Focus on: summer Yellow-legged Gulls
Now is a great time to be out looking for Yellow-legged Gulls – particularly juveniles.
15/07/2014
Species profiles
Focus On: Red-footed Falcon
May and June is a classic time for Red-footed Falcon in the UK. David Campbell takes a look at the species, and some of the sites that have...
27/05/2014
Species profiles
Focus On: Dotterel in springtime
The second half of April sees northbound Dotterel passage commence. David Campbell offers advice on where to look for them.
23/04/2014
Species profiles
Focus On: White-spotted Bluethroat
It's early spring and there's a hint of an easterly breeze, which means it's time to look out for White-spotted Bluethroats.
26/03/2014
Species profiles
October target bird: Mealy Redpoll
It is a delight to encounter a flock of redpolls in late autumn and winter, and it’s always worth checking through them for the possibility...
16/10/2013
Species profiles
September target bird: Spotted Redshank
This attractive wader winters in small numbers in Britain and Ireland and can also be seen on passage during autumn migration. September is...
10/09/2013
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