Arran is a special place with special birds. The wide diversity of habitat across the island results in a rich bird records list of over 200 species. The Isle of Wight has had a coast path since the 1970s but – like the train – it’s about to get an overhaul. Despite the cap, we’re convinced the birding, migration census and ringing duties will be covered extremely well by the teams who make it out and we look forward to another productive autumn. Hampshire Ornithological Society News. 1.3K likes. Housed in the Low Light & manned by volunteers from April - Oct Jack Snipe. The absence of Fox as a predator may contribute to Arran’s healthy population of raptors, notably Buzzard, Kestrel, Sparrowhawk, Hen Harrier and Short-eared Owl. Just a quick entry before I go to Yurimaguas for a few days. BEWARE OF INFERIOR IMITATORS Visitors to the management area should be aware that there may be biting flies, mosquitoes, and ticks present during April - November. The big trip of the last two weeks has to be Thursdays outing to the Isle of May National Nature Reserve in the Firth of Forth. Five of us from the NE Scotland branch of the Scottish Ornithologists Club left Aberdeen at 7.00am to get the 9.30 sailing from Anstruther to the Isle of May. Site Management Goals . 1934. This is probably the best birding spot on Skye, and because of its location and feeding opportunities, regularly picks up migrants on brief stopovers as well as the occasional scarce vagrant. Directions. Where to go? The Isles of Scilly are famed for diverse, beautiful and often rare wildlife. The Herring Gull isn't enjoying the view in the evening sunshine but plotting a raid. Welcome to the Isles of Scilly Bird Group website, the hub for bird and wildlife sightings on Scilly. Christmas and New Year Birding The brother was up for the holidays so a fair bit of birding was done. Another window in the blustery and wet weather conditions yesterday gave me the opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Contact. Garden List 2015-2017. The island is characterised by a low lying and rocky eastern coast and a west coast, dominated by high cliffs. The average high temperature in Erie in May is 56 and temperatures at Presque Isle … Arran lies in the Firth of Clyde, 28km west of the Ayrshire coast, 5km east of the Kintyre peninsula. The Isle of Mull Bird Club is a non profit making organisation open to all. And more. Tidal marsh habitat conditions on the WMA limit management practices that can be implemented. The Isle of May lies in the entrance of the Firth of Forth, about 8 km south of the Fife coast. Red Kite. During spring and autumn the Isle of May is a regular stopping off point for migrating birds and that is the most popular time for the ardent birdwatcher to visit in the hopes of catching glimpse of a rare species. A Great Day Birding on.....Isle of Sheppy ... On Saturday the 7th December a birdwatching trip to the Isle of Sheppy proved to be a very successful one , ... Bulgaria ~ May '19 1 year ago Donald the birder's blog. Witness one of Scotland's most amazing natural spectacles, where seabirds cram onto the ledges of the Isle's towering cliffs and puffins peek out from their grassy burrows. Cordillera Escalera - days 9-12. Hampshire Bird News (Going Birding) Up to date sightings from nearby Hampshire sites. Our aim is to advance the knowledge of the public in the study of birds and natural history in a social context. As I am originally from the Isle of Wight (moving to Southampton earlier this year to enhance my admittedly dim(!) Quite a few rarities visit us due to our proximity to mainland Europe and migration routes. There are so many habitats here that you will never get tired of seeking out and finding birds. Coronavirus (Covid-19) - Government instructions are that you maintain social distancing when birding. The Isle of Mull Bird Club. Isle of Wight 24th-28th May 2019 The 25 th May saw my parents reach their Golden Wedding Anniversary – fifty years since they tied the knot in 1969. Central Fife Wetlands Dec 27th. Membership. 145. I go birding in Suffolk (where I am based), Norfolk and annually Scotland. What to Bring: *You are advised to bring boots to the festival since we may have very wet and muddy trails. Booking Form. The Isle of Wight is a great place to watch birds - some of the best sites are on National Trust land. 146. I was lucky enough to be on the Island in 2012 when the first ever Black-winged Stilt was recorded. Anchored on the edge of the Firth of Forth, the Isle of May is a magical mix of seabirds, seals and smugglers. Day Trip to Isle of May ... Wood Sandpiper 11-May 143. Isle of May Bird Observatory. Three Amigos Birding We are Tony, Mark and Steve, three birders who met up whilst serving in the Royal Navy. 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