The official account of Devon Birds, bringing you news and stories of the work of the organisation. Watch... Enjoy... Protect
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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.
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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! bto.org/woodcock #0rnithology
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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
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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
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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!
bto.org/our-science/projects…
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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:
docs.google.com/document/d/1…
@DevonBirds
@CBWPS1
@BirdGuides
@RareBirdAlertUK
plse RT
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Male Wheatear and c80 Redwing, some singing, on Crownhill Down, Dartmoor, this morning. @DevonBirds @wildlife_devon #TwitterNatureCommunity #LocalBigYear #BirdsSeenIn2022
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A pristine Male Wheatear on Torcross Beach this morning. Spring has officially Sprung in the South Hams @DevonBirds @FSCSlaptonLey
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Two male Brambling seen on the feeders this morning at Haldon Forest.
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A proposed solar farm by Plym Est, would destroy Chelson Meadow’s best habitat for breeding & migrant birds & other wildlife. Please object & support an alternative which would deliver solar and protect wildlife. Visit
docs.google.com/document/d/1…
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#savechelsonswildlife
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Proper Autumn feel at Beer Head this morning Wheatears everywhere conservative count of at least 30, Whinchat, 4 Whitethroat, 1 Lesser Whitethroat, 1 Garden Warbler, 1 Spot Fly, 10 Yellow Wagtails #beerhead #patch @DevonBirds
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Seaton Wetlands this morning: 16 Cattle Egrets, 4 Wood Sandpioers, 2 Little Ringed Plovers, Med Gull (juv) 1 Hobby over #seatonwetlands #blackholemarsh #eastdevon @DevonBirds
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For Birders and visitors to Stover Lakes Trendlebeare Yarner Woods Carparks Catalytic Convertor thieves are targeting vehicles at both locations. Two Honda Jazz were damaged today🤬. My friend Rupert car was one of them Report anything suspicious ASAP @DartmoorDevon @StoverPark
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Devon birders - there are a few squares (blue) that still need covering for the @RSPBScience @ukrbbp Turtle Dove Survey. Can you help? Find more info, and request a square here: national-turtle-dove-survey-…
Many thanks!
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3 very obliging Whooper Swans heading N over #Topsham gdn today then turned and came back for a better view. Garden☑️ @DevonBirds
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The Recording Group's 2020 Wildlife Review is now available to download dawlishwarren.co.uk/wildlife… A summary of the 1400+ species noted last year, with highlights as diverse as Tuna, Weedy Frillwort, Locust Blowfly, Blue Crystalwort & Coot! Thanks to all for their records.
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Please note.. devonbirds.org/news/bird_new…
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A landscape-scale project to address the impact of climate change and safeguard a much-loved amenity by returning a Devon estuary and flood plain to a more natural condition, has been given unanimous approval by East Devon District Council planning committee. [1/4]
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Yellow-browed Warbler #BerryHead this morning at top of quarry track
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Beer Head/ Branscombe slopes 7am-11am - 17 Wheatear, 2 Pied Flycatchers, 16 Blackcaps, 3 Garden Warblers, Lesser Whitethroat, Whitethroat & this Ringed Plover #beerhead #patch @DevonBirds @southdevonbirds
