Species profiles
Focus On: small east Asian gulls
The smaller gulls to be found in eastern Asia are among the most enigmatic larids, and include the near-mythical Relict Gull and Saunders'...
30/01/2007
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
Focus On: where to watch Cirl Bunting
One of our rarest breeding birds, Cirl Bunting is restricted to south Devon. Find out where and when to see this attractive emberizid.
29/01/2007
Species profiles
Focus On: in at the deep end – 'winter' divers made simple
The three species of diver in winter plumage can present an identification conundrum. Find out how to separate them with our latest guide.
07/12/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: Smew
A superb prize for wildfowl-watchers on their patch, the beautiful Smew can easily brighten up a cold winter's day. Find out where to see...
09/11/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: Common and Pallid Swifts
Late autumn is the time for Pallid Swift in Britain - or is it? Identification expert Martin Garner takes a look at separating Common and...
28/10/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: separating Radde's and Dusky Warblers
No longer the revered 'sibes' of years gone by, they are now the expected supporting cast for much rarer autumn fare. Find out more about...
04/10/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: Baird's & White-rumped Sandpipers
Autumn is the time to sift through those wader flocks in search of a rarity. Baird's Sandpiper is a subtle target; find out how to tell the...
25/09/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: how to see Leach's Storm-petrel
Always highly sought after, connecting with Leach's Storm-petrels requires an eye on the weather and a suitable location. Find out where...
13/09/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: Greenish Warbler or Arctic Warbler
Rare leaf warblers are always an exciting part of an easterly drift in autumn, but how do you tell the difference between them? Russell...
01/09/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: Spotted Crake
A secretive and generally elusive species, Spotted Crakes are amongst many birders' favourites. Find out where to maximise your chances of...
18/08/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: Ruff – the great pretender
Few birders will have passed through their birdwatching apprenticeship without being tricked by the humble Ruff at some stage. Russell...
18/08/2006
Species profiles
Focus On: seawatching
The Seawatching season is here again, with birds such as Cory’s Shearwaters and Wilson’s Storm-petrels already beginning to show up. Find...
13/07/2006
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