Wood sandpiper
This wading bird is mainly a visitor on its spring and autumn migration, though a small number nest in Scotland.
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Chwilio
My social network
Jen doesn't need her phone to get connected - she can hear the tweeting of birds, see the flicker of sunlight in the reeds and share her interest in wildlife with like-minded people. All…
My social network
For our regular volunteers, weekly work parties on our nature reserves are not just about helping to protect local wildlife. They are also a chance to catch up with old friends, meet new ones and…
Green Sandpiper
The green sandpiper is a very rare breeding bird in the UK, and is mainly seen on migration in autumn. Look out for it feeding around marshes, flooded gravel pits and rivers. It even likes sewage…
Sarah's Species Spotlight: Ducks
Our Wilder Engagement Officer, tells us about a species to look out for this October.
Sanderling
The sanderling scampers about the waves looking for marine crustaceans, fish and even jellyfish to eat. It visits the UK in winter from its Arctic breeding grounds, but can also be seen as it…
Sarah's Species Spotlight: Orb Weavers
Our Wilder Engagement Officer, tells us about a species to look out for this September.
Birds on the move
For many birdwatchers, autumn is the most exciting time of year. But what are they so excited about?
Sarah's Species Spotlight: Lichens
Our Wilder Engagement Officer, tells us about what lichens to see this Winter.
Sarah's Species Spotlight: Starlings
Our Wilder Engagement Officer, tells us about some vocal visitors to look our for this December.
Sarah's Species Spotlight: Nightjars
Our Wilder Engagement Officer tells us about spotting Nightjars and shares where they feature in folklore.
Sarah's Species Spotlight: understanding the Section 7 List
Our Wilder Engagement Officer, Sarah, introduces us to the Section 7 List and some species that feature on it.