Ian Denton

Btw, this info is all down to the @btobirds.bsky.social Atlas projects and the volunteers who collected the data. The new Atlas is starting next year, 2027-2031, and it's well worth taking part to give us updates on the incredible level of information we have in the maps below. #ukbirding

Very early Vanna - but there's so much variation in flowering times in the Dorset woods & coppices, depending on site, situation & aspect. The genetic potential for adaptation must be enormous.

Very early, Bella - but obviously just the correct location, location...

There she rises!
The Full Worm Moon over my North Dorset garden just now at 18.30...
A sight to behold.
#FullMoon #WormMoon

First Chiffchaff of the year back at the #weedypond.
Just flown over from overwintering in the Stour Valley or the Mediterranean region? - we cannot say but what a beautiful-looking bird.
Also in great condition, the Wren, the Goldfinch & the Greenfinch.
Tokens of stability, in insane times.
#birds

And the first Bluebell today, Rebecca...

Lifted by Birds - RHS Malvern

Delighted to announce a new collaboration!

🐦“Lifted by Birds”, informed by BTO Garden BirdWatch, debuts at RHS Malvern Spring Festival (7–10 May). It turns bird-monitoring evidence into design, based on how #birds really use gardens.🌱

RPUK blog reaches 16th birthday and passes 13 million views Today marks 16 years since this blog started and it has recently passed 13 million views. Thanks, as ever, to everyone who follows the blog and supports its aims. Particular thanks to the generous …

RPUK blog reaches 16th birthday and passes 13 million views raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/03/03/r...

First Bluebell - North Dorset woods.
March 3rd.
@bsbibotany.bsky.social

Kestrels - sworn airborne enemies.

Delightful Cathy!

NatureScot reinstates use of General Licences on Raeshaw Estate during appeal process On 10 February 2026, NatureScot imposed a three-year General Licence restriction on Raeshaw Estate in the Scottish Borders (and on neighbouring Watherston Wood, which is understood to be under sepa…

NatureScot reinstates use of General Licences on Raeshaw Estate during appeal process raptorpersecutionuk.org/2026/03/03/n...

A bird is perched on a rock on heathland, looking from right to left. Another bird slightly lower, looking the same way, peers through the grass.

Ladybird Nature Corner.
Wheatear
Artist:Roland Green
(Third book of British Birds, 1956)

We saw 3 pairs of Marsh Tits along this North Dorset woodland edge today - all constantly calling.
#MarshTits #Ukbirds

Wood Anemones were responding to the early March sunshine in many Dorset Hazel coppices today.
Just wonderful.
#Dorset #Spring #Nature
@bsbibotany.bsky.social

In search of March madness - two jack Hares on the scent trail of jill today.
#hares

A bird in the bush.
The Bullfinch enjoying some early spring buds on this most beautiful of March days.
#birds #nature

Big Bill, the Greenfinch
#BirdoftheDay #Finches

Datacentre developers face calls to disclose effect on UK’s net emissions Campaign groups write to technology secretary amid concerns that sites could double overall electricity demand

Datacentre developers face calls to disclose effect on UK’s net emissions

Cattle egrets at Wareham Common. Imagine showing this to someone ten years ago and say "yeah this is becoming the new normal." @harbourbirds.bsky.social @dorsetbirdclub.bsky.social

DUBAI issues emergency alert. are evacuating apartments 00:31 9اا Emergency Alert now نظرا للأوضاع الراهنة تهديد صاروخي محتمل، ݕرجى الاحتماء فورا في مبنى آمن بعيدا عن النوافذ والأبواب والمناطق المفتوحة وانتظر التعليمات الرسمية ) وزارة الداخلية م Due to current situation, a potential missile threats, Seek immediate shelter in the closest secure building, and to steer away from windows, doors, and open areas. Await for further instructions

Sorry for anyone affected by the violence in the Middle East and that sympathy extends to Isabel Oakeshott and her family.

Perhaps this experience will help her reflect on the fear and suffering of millions of people who suffer far far worse and are obliged to flee famine and war.

A stunning male 'Northern' Bullfinch in Lerwick on Friday. Up to five individuals have spent the winter in and around the town following the influx into Shetland during late Autumn 2025.

#BirdingScotland #UKbirding #UKWildlife #Birds

Huge female Goshawk buzzing a Grey Heron in West Kent this afternoon (4:30pm). Great to get the perspective on the sheer size of her - fabulous! #KentBirding @ukrbbp.bsky.social @rarebirder.bsky.social #birds

First curlews of the year in the Yorkshire Dales! 😍A circular walk from Hebden to Grassington. So joyful to hear curlews back in the Dales for nesting season.

#YorkshireDales #Wharfedale #YorkshireWalks #Grassington #Curlew

Lots of lovely Bramblings in Derbyshire today #LowCarbonBirding 🪶

In like a Lion, out like a Lamb...

Yesterday's excellent BTO Conference in Northampton - a blog markavery.info/2026/03/01/b...

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Thanks Emily 😊

West Wilts RG Results: February 2026 Not only was it our largest ever February catch but also our biggest ever average February catch. The numbers were definitely skewed by the number of Blue Tits, not ringed, as that was the same as …

A decent start to the year, compounded by a good February, despite some awful weather (again):

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