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20.02.2026 09:20 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
A map of a vacant BBS square in West Lincolnshire, plus a cut out image of a Corn Bunting.
(1/) This week’s featured square is in Lincolnshire. Grey Partridge, Corn Bunting and Turtle Dove have all been recorded in it over the years! Other vacant squares are available. @btobirds.bsky.social JNCC RSPB Science Lincs Birding #LincsBirding
19.02.2026 08:00 — 👍 8 🔁 5 💬 1 📌 2
Unique in that they’re the world’s only aquatic passerine, Dippers are a common sight along fast-flowing rivers.
They're fascinating to watch as they forage in strong undercurrents despite their small size, emerging onto rocks clutching insects or clumps of moss to line their nests 🪹
A deceased Puffin lies on its back on the ground. Wording above reads: Please report sightings of all dead birds. A graphic showing an exclamation mark in a triangle features.
⚠️ We've had reports of seabirds washing up. Please report ALL species of dead birds ⬇️
📍 In England, Wales & Scotland: www.gov.uk/guidance/...
📍 In Northern Ireland: www.daera-ni.gov.uk/...
📍 In Republic of Ireland: aviancheck.apps.serv...
#UKBirding #BirdingWales #BirdingScotland
It may still be winter but we think seabirds deserve our appreciation all year!
In just a couple of months, species such as Puffins, Gannets, Common Terns and Fulmars will make their way back to the UK's coastal habitats to raise the next generation of seabirds.
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IMPORTANT UPDATE: This weekend's Try & Buy events at Abberton Reservoir and Hanningfield Reservoir Nature Discovery Park - EWT with Essex Wildlife Trust have been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
This month you can find one of our optics experts with a range of binoculars and scopes to try and buy at the following Wildlife Trust sites 🦋🌿🦆
14/02 Abberton Reservoir Essex WT
15/02 Hanningfield Reservoir Essex WT
28/02 Rye Harbour @sussexwildlife.bsky.social
This month you can find one of our optics experts with a range of binoculars and scopes to try and buy at the following Wildlife Trust sites 🦋🌿🦆
14/02 Abberton Reservoir Essex WT
15/02 Hanningfield Reservoir Essex WT
28/02 Rye Harbour @sussexwildlife.bsky.social
1&2: Barn Swallow & Common Blue Butterfly by @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social
3: Northern Gannet by Charlotte O'Shea
4: Common Kingfisher by @chrisgalvin.bsky.social
Post inspired by entomologist @ashwhiffin.bsky.social
19.01.2026 15:30 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Today is known as 'Blue Monday' but we're opting for the positive take on the term by celebrating all things blue in the natural world 🌎
From the powdery blue wings of the Common Blue to the Barn Swallow's shimmering Sapphire feathers, the colour is everywhere and it's anything but depressing💙
Frosty weather doesn't mean you have to stay indoors this winter! Wrap up warm and you'll see that wildlife is as busy as ever.
Opticron kit can level up your wildlife spotting. Come along and try the range of binoculars and scopes on Jan 24th, 10am-3pm at Brandon Marsh. 🔭
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15.01.2026 15:11 — 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
Instantly recognisable, Orcas are the largest members of the dolphin family. They can appear off British coasts a few times each year – the huge dorsal fins of the males, sometimes reaching heights of up to six feet, are usually the first sign they’re around.
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#Orca
£100 CASHBACK offer extended until 28th February on the flagship @opticron.bsky.social Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 & 10x42 #binoculars.
Top end optics without the top end price!
#FREE #Opticron Professional Lens Cleaning Kit included.
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www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-aur...
#BirdingGear #birdwatching
Find out more 👉 www.opticron.co.uk/our-products...
13.01.2026 13:00 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Compact, robust take-anywhere field monoculars ✨
The all new Trailfinder HD 8x36 & 10x36 offer a great mix of optical quality and useability for accurate distance observation while out walking in the countryside or hiking across it 🌲🏔️🥾 Prices from £95. less
The Whooper Swan is mainly a winter visitor to Britain. Males often bob their heads to communicate with other swans, including strengthening their lifelong pair bonds.
by @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social
#WhooperSwan #WildlifePhotography #Wildlife
Our very first Try & Buy events of the year are coming up soon! This January, you can find our optics experts at the following Wildlife Trust sites:
10/01 Potteric Carr @yorkswildlife.bsky.social
24/01 Barndon Marsh @warwickshirewt.bsky.social
Scottish Seabird Advent Calendar - Day 21🗓️🎉
Today's image from our Seabird Photography Competition Exhibition is this striking portrait of a razorbill in the rain on the Isle of May, taken by Steve Adam📷
The new @opticron.bsky.social Europa BGA VHD #binoculars are now in stock.
Despite their small size, they are mightily impressive!
Available in both 8x32 and 10x32, they offer an unrivalled combination of performance, comfort and ergonomics.
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www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-eur...
#BirdingGear
#BirdingGear
17.12.2025 16:28 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The Europa BGA VHD is the latest addition to join our range of 32mm binoculars - offering an unrivalled combination of performance, comfort & ergonomics.
Find out what One Stop Nature Shop think about the Europa BGA VHD 8x32 in their review here 👉 www.onestopnature.co.uk/opticron-eur...
Enjoy £100 CASHBACK on the flagship @opticron.bsky.social Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 and 10x42 #binoculars.
While stocks last!
#FREE #Opticron Professional Lens Cleaning Kit included.
🔽
www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-aur...
#BirdingGear #birding #birdwatching #optics
A group of young people, many holding binoculars, stand together on a headland looking into the distance. BTO staff and volunteers are among the group, including one looking through a scope in the centre of the picture.
Another year and another successful five Bird Camps across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland! 🐦
Thanks to @opticron.bsky.social for sponsoring these camps, and helping us connect young people with nature. 🙌
📷 BTO Youth
This month's guest blog contributor is the talented wildlife photographer, videographer and RSPB Oa reserve warden, @naturenortheast.bsky.social
Tap the link below to read about David's insights into the special wildlife he encounters on the wild isle of Islay: www.opticron.co.uk/news-reviews...
🙌We're accepting entries for our January 2026 header photo of the month for Facebook and Bluesky!
👉They must be taken on our nature reserves. Please make sure to tell us what it is, where you took it & don't forget your name.
👏Please send to communicationsteam@wildlifebcn.org by the 20th December
An illustration artwork by Will Rose of a Nuthatch on the trunk of a tree. Wording to the right reads: Birds in Greenspaces Newsletter. Sign up for updates about this new project and discover our FREE resource pack!
Calling all #nature lovers! 🐦🌳Sign up to the #Birds in Greenspaces newsletter for updates on this project that starts next spring, and see our FREE Resource Pack with bird ID guides and activities to warm you up this winter at www.bto.org/greenspaces
Nuthatch by @willrose.bsky.social
It’s that time…Big Garden Birdwatch is BACK! 😍🙌
The birds are ready. We’re ready. Are you?
Sign up is open now…go go go!
www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen...
#BigGardenBirdwatch
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