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We publish articles on identification, distribution, migration, conservation and taxonomy. Also now on Bluesky @Britishbirds
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Joined January 2010
Winter brings an influx of little auks to UK waters as Arctic conditions push these high-latitude specialists south. Delve more into a focus on Little Auks in our July 1961 Journal article: https://t.co/zWLhphRTUh
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Fast-food car parks have become unexpected birdwatching location, where the scent of frying oil and the discarded paper wrappers attract more than hungry customers. https://t.co/nqQf3yUelT
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And in this UK RBBP report Kent is No. 1 county for… Shoveler Pochard Turtle Dove L/S Woodpecker 😊 & No. 2 for… Med Gull L/Egret Hobby Black Redstart! Now preparing 2024 report, so please submit any outstanding records to KOS or RBBP Can DM @MurrayOrchard or @ukrbbp Thanks!
Rare breeding birds in the UK 2023 report is now available to read! It gives details of the 98 species and races of rare and scarce native birds that bred, or showed signs of breeding including Hoopoe and Temminck's Stint Read now:
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@DuckSwabber Whilst looking into the background of this phenomenon I came across this fascinating article in @britishbirds British Birds from 1922! https://t.co/jLQUm1WdTX
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Visited Lincolnshire's Covenham Reservoir for the Great Northern and Black -throated Divers also Snow Bunting. Had great views of The Great Northern Diver as it decided to swim from the centre of the Reservoir close to the bank where I was standing @LincsWildlife @britishbirds
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Started your Christmas shopping yet? You can purchase a British Birds subscription as a treat for someone this Christmas from as little as £46 for Digital subscriptions . We also offer Young Person memberships too. https://t.co/dhKZONW24P
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Rare breeding birds in the UK 2023 report is now available to read! It gives details of the 98 species and races of rare and scarce native birds that bred, or showed signs of breeding including Hoopoe and Temminck's Stint Read now:
britishbirds.co.uk
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Two Razorbill Alca torda chicks fledged for the first time on RSPB Coquet Island, Northumberland, in mid July, following several years of unsuccessful breeding attempts. Read more: https://t.co/Q1X2ZAyUv9 🥇Subscriber Content
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Birding news this week: Rose-breasted Grosbeak! Discover more about this species through our April 1960 article 'Notes on the Rose-breasted Grosbeak' View the article: https://t.co/yHTPloQfrn 🥇Subscriber Content
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Morphological Evolution in Island Birds Is Associated With More Terrestrial Lifestyles and a Lower Number of Raptors and Intra‐Family Competitors | https://t.co/ivrqxR3qUo | Global Ecology and Biogeography | #ornithology
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We’re looking for new BTO Youth Reps (16–24) to join our team! Enthusiastic about birds, nature and inspiring others? This is your chance to get involved and make a real impact. Applications close at 23:59 on Sunday 9th November. https://t.co/ne9wafmEF4
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Our report for 2023 is out now in @britishbirds. There's a summary at https://t.co/4cjtKecVdS but if you prefer to watch rather than read then head to our youtube channel for an illustrated video with the key findings https://t.co/6Lilfx6eLc
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I'm excited to be leading the International Swan Census again in January 2026 for the Iceland Whoopers! Check out 👇🏻 to get involved & visit the vacant site map. Every record counts to understanding the bigger picture. #Monitoring
🦢The International Swan Census involves counters to carry out a one-off count on the weekend of 17th-18th January 2026. This involves counting Whooper and Bewick’s Swans, as well as recording age assessments and habitat. Visit the vacant site map⬇️ https://t.co/qDqCkCdG7z
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A record of Indian Golden Oriole Oriolus kundoo from Holy Island, Northumberland, has been accepted by BBRC and passed on to BOURC for their assessment; otherwise, no new species were recorded in Britain in 2024. Read more: https://t.co/Jloh8uwlqs 🥇Subscriber Content
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As part of the rotation of the British Birds Rarities Committee voting membership, David Fairhurst has retired from the committee, BBRC announce the appointment of Richard Patient. Further information about Richard & BBRC can be found on the BB website at https://t.co/RWodYPOpe2.
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BBRC members are democratically elected by birders’ representatives in each county and serve for a fixed term....
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BB eye: British birds and British Sign Language: signs of change October 2025 "While BSL is a rich and evolving language, it still lacks established signs for most of our common birds." Read more:
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Birds are woven into the fabric of British life, from the Blue Tits Cyanistes caeruleus and House Sparrows Passer domesticus raiding bird feeders in the garden to the wildfowl at the local park. For...
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Exactly 33 years since my only encounter with Siberian Thrush so opportune to be clearing out old photos today. Stunning pic by Jeff Higgott - https://t.co/Sp4Av0tCVS. Gripped today by cracking photos of the immature male on Shetland. I must prioritise another at some point. 😀
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