Devon Birds

The official account of Devon Birds, bringing you news and stories of the work of the organisation. Watch... Enjoy... Protect

[Mark Bailey @markrabailey]

Tragic news to report that Devon birder Ernie “Butch” Davis passed away overnight after a short illness-known to many from UK twitching since the 80’s & avid WP lister including his beloved visits to Corvo - he will be so greatly missed by all that knew him.

[Dawn Balmer @DEBALMER]

Devon birdwatchers - can you help with the @_BTO @woodcockwatch Woodcock Survey? Two-three evening visits required between now and end of June. All the blue squares are available. Thanks to everyone who has helped so far! https://t.co/nnJxgZzPcP #0rnithology

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

Fantastic news from Lundy today, officially now the location of a Bird Observatory. Congratulations to all who worked hard to put this application together.

[Lundy Bird Observatory @lundybirds]

Great news. Lundy has been officially reacredited as a Bird Observatory! We hope this prestigious title will attract more birders (and birds?) to the island.

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

It is #BigGardenBirdwatch weekend! Be sure to take part in this incredible piece of citizen science. You never know what you might see? And even if you don't see as much as expected, or maybe nothing at all, that is still important data.

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

Our brand new website is now LIVE including the new-look daily bird sightings blog:
https://t.co/EBMYUlVUil
There is so much to see on the new website that it won't all fit in one Tweet, so please take the time to have a browse and see for yourself! #birding #birdwatching #devon

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

Sadly no sign so far today of this absolute stunner. But well done Angus on such a fantastic find.

[Lundy Bird Observatory @lundybirds]

MALE BALTIMORE ORIOLE. Found in Millcombe by Angus Croudace.
Next boat is leaving Bideford at 07:30 on Tuesday 11th. Please DO NOT ring the island. Any questions please email [email protected]
Photo @tom_wright16

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

@AJHFworldwide Hi Alex, great pictures allowing identification as Marsh Tit. The pale area on the bill is a key feature.

[West Country Buzz @BuzzingDevon]

At Godborough Castle owned by @DevonBirds the bumblebee-friendly Yellow rattle and Eyebright seeds sown last year to help restore meadow habitats are blooming, with generous support from @Teemillstore and @WillBeesBespoke alongside pond plants from @BuzzingDevon @BumblebeeTrust

[Mark Bailey @markrabailey]

Terribly sad news to report that Dave Hopkins passed away this morning - an absolute legend of Devon birding and national twitches from Scilly to Shetland -he will be greatly missed - photo (courtesy of Dave B) of his last visit to his beloved Exminster Marsh earlier this spring

[Greg Conway @conway_greg]

Birders - help is needed in East Devon (and elsewhere) with fieldwork for the @_BTO
Breeding Waders of Wet Meadows survey this spring. Three visits between mid April and the end of June. These are the priority sites for coverage. Thank you!

https://t.co/1RsO5AqOBY

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

Visiting two great Devon Birds reserves in a great location in great weather

[Geoff & Steph @geoff_langrish]

S DEVON. 4m walk to S Milton Ley & S Huish Wetlands. Several Skylark, Chiffchaff, Wren, Dunnock seen singing, 2 LtEgret, G Heron, 2 Shelduck, numerous Teal, Canada, Mallard, Mute Swan. LBBG & 2 Cormorant. Sunny & fair weather clouds. Nice pics! @DevonBirds

[Pete Aley @Plymbirding]

Time is running out to object to a solar farm on Chelson Meadow, & back an alternative delivering solar panels while conserving the best wildlife habitat. Please object by 22 March. Details:
https://t.co/5Gf5s5PpGr
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@RareBirdAlertUK
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[Chris' Wildlife Sightings & Photography @southdevonbirds]

Male Wheatear and c80 Redwing, some singing, on Crownhill Down, Dartmoor, this morning. @DevonBirds @wildlife_devon #TwitterNatureCommunity #LocalBigYear #BirdsSeenIn2022

[Tim Phillips @BuxtonBirder]

A pristine Male Wheatear on Torcross Beach this morning. Spring has officially Sprung in the South Hams @DevonBirds @FSCSlaptonLey

[Rob Murphy @rob_murphy66]

Two male Brambling seen on the feeders this morning at Haldon Forest.
@DevonBirds

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

@SeaSkywatch Whilst the deadline has passed, all records are welcome and will still make the 2021 report if submitted soon. Any later submissions will still form part of the Devon Birds database, with notable records published in DBR2022.

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

Don't forget to take part in the #rspb #BigGardenBirdWatch this weekend! Full details: https://t.co/Ujpzfxfr7O

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

Many thanks to all who have submitted their 2021 sightings, either via @BirdTrack or direct, so far 199K records have been received. Please send in any outstanding records asap to [email protected] https://t.co/CerQx5w6Oi

[Devon Birds @DevonBirds]

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