Just returned from a day there with 100 11 year olds, deep joy, the European aviary is an excellent oportunity to get up close to some brilliant birds, definately worth a look. However the reason for the post is the 5 different Buzzards seen at intervals along the motorway on the way back with no sign at a...
Hi all.! Hope you had a great xmas.! I am on the look out for a new scope. I have about £150 to spend so probably be a second hand one. Any ideas what are the best on the market for this price at the mo.? Also personal preferences and experiences would be welcome. Thanks.
Greenbooth
Jay x 1
Long Tailed Tit - large party
Goldcrests calling
Goldfinch x 2
Mallard x 9
BHG x 70
Naden Res's
Middle Naden dam reconstruction finished at last - res now filling (just)
Around the Res's:
Wren x 4
Dunnock x1
Flock c 25 Redwing + Fieldfares at Naden Dean
Stonechat male ab...
My wife has a pub and over the last few weeks has been feeding a stray cat. She had been putting food out for it in (its own bowl!) and a few weeks ago she came out of the pub to find said cat sharing its food with a fox. Over the weeks, the fox has fed daily between 1930-2100hrs and it too now has it's own bowl. It h...
As a newcomer to this website i noticed there doesn't seem to be a hello thread? Forgive me if i've missed it somewhere. Anyhow i'm on here as i've just met a chap called Graham up at Castleshaw res in Saddleworth and he told me about this website (cheer's mate) I live in Grasscroft Saddleworth and usuall...
Hi, I`ve got fully bound volumes of Birding World 1989-1997 for sale, excellent condition.They were bound by Birding World`s own suppliers in East Anglia. Open to offers, cheers, Pete Kinsella.
Two Dippers (pair?) near bridge over River Douglas at the bottom of Coppull Lane, Wigan this am. Singles seen there twice in past few weeks. Habitat created by building of new dam nearby looks promising for waders, etc on migration.
Well I have been birdwatching on and off all my life, but have just retired, and dont know many sites locally to visit, only really go to Pennington. I did notice a post this morning about Worsley Woods by a guy who had seen allsorts earlier today. I wander down, its not far from me, but I didn't really see m...
We three went here today - my first visit. Walked round the lake, about 5 miles. Not a lot about. Coot
Goldeneye
Tufty
Lots of GC Grebe
Goossander
Ronin
Siskin
Blue Tot
LT Tit.
Nice place, nice walk, will def. go again. Bit cool today!!
Collared Earthstar found today at this site - a first for Rochdale - found during a habitat management activity, about 20 specimens. Also some stunning Shaggy Inkcaps - amazing for the middle of December! Dave
Dear all,just to draw your attention to ian,s update of the site/forum usage figures.My my arn,t we busy big thanks to Ian for keeping us interested and in order
cheers geoff
- Another superb series concluded this week by David Attenborough, who though now in his 80's, continues to excel. The man's probably done more than anyone of his generation to bring awareness of our stunning wildlife to the attention of humanity, though I wonder how many short termist politicians...
Bought one of these kits from Aldi today (see the 'Aldi, Netto etc birding related special offers' thread) and they were going like hot cakes. Hazel Grove branch had sold more than half its stock within 2 hours of opening this morning.
Having tested the camera by connecting directly to the telly it s...
Personal thought,but I cannot understand how a birds becomes a let down seemingly,all over the place these days because its not 20 yards to the left,right,in county out of county ,in town,out of town.Is it just me or are lists becoming more important and enjoyable than seeing the bird in the first pla...
Just wondering how many of us can bird whilst working ? l can easily as l work as a Nanny, l have feeders up in works garden and my 'bins' come to work with me everyday. Also l go out with my little charge and often a park is involved But l realise many people work in offices, factories etc and aren't...
Two ravens in the unlikley location of the rooftop of New Hey Carpets, at first light this morning, with several carrion crows. One flew up towards St Thomas'. Also, a bit later on, circa 140 pink-feet high over Rough Bank Farm, heading east. Christopher
Decided to make a late morning trip down to Stubbers Green. My target bird was Caspian Gull (a glaring omission from my life list despite several attempts!) and the possibility of seeing the Azorean Yellow-legged Gull which has been around, gave me a good reason to make the trip On arrival, I bumped in...
Hi all, I'm planning a 2 day trip up to Worlaby Carrs to try my luck at some of these wonderful SEO photos that have been coming out of the place.
I'm just wondering if anyone has any experience of the area and can offer some advice on the layout of the place etc. or if anyone can recommend any good blogs/we...
Hi everyone. I'm Pete, from South Manchester and completely new to this hobby. I had a sighting of 2 Parakeets in my back garden at 07.20 over the weekend as I was having a quiet smoke. I was frankly pretty taken back by this, and it seems to have triggered an interest in me. I have always had a few feeders in...
Hi all, Firstly, last years event went very well. All information to be released shortly via a 'vox-pop' film for anyone who is interested in the people (public!) Engagement side of things. Our thanks to everyone from the GMBRG and the forum who turned up and contributed records on the day. Especiall...
My brother has upgraded to Leica so he has a pair of Minox 8x33 HG up for grabs. Good condition, bought only 6 months ago for £599, he is willing to let them go for £450. If you are interested send me a private message and I will put you in touch with him. Cheers -- Edited by Ian McKerchar on Wednesday 23rd of No...
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