Birdwatching

Thursday, November 20, 2025 bewicks swans wwtslimbridge winter migration conservation birdwatching gloucestershire wildlife tracking

The first pair of the revered Bewick’s swans have landed in the UK, marking the official beginning of the winter season. The pair, Heerlen and Olga, were joined by a lone swan named George II at WWT Slimbridge in … Read More

Thursday, November 20, 2025 bewicks swans wwtslimbridge migration conservation winter wildlife gloucestershire russia birdwatching

The arrival of the first pair of ‘sacred’ Bewick’s swans in the UK has marked the beginning of the winter season. This iconic duo, named Heerlen and Olga, along with a lone swan called George II, have landed at … Read More

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 wildlife photography cotswolds scarletibis birdwatching nature gloucestershire rare sighting conservation

While exploring the picturesque Cotswolds, a couple was astonished to spot a vibrant and unusual bird—a scarlet ibis—gracefully landing in a nearby meadow. The bird’s striking red plumage, a rare sight in the UK, captivated … Read More

Sunday, June 15, 2025 wetlands birds family nature conservation swans goslings otters flamingos birdwatching

For years, I have been bringing my children to WWT Slimbridge Wetlands, and the magic of this place never fades. Even as my kids have grown into teenagers, we all cherish our visits—taking peaceful walks and marveling at the … Read More

Thursday, May 1, 2025 swindon red kite conservation wildlife population carrion scavenger raptors birdwatching resurgence avian diversity

Gaze into the skies of eastern Swindon, and you may witness a remarkable spectacle of wildlife preservation. Once on the brink of extinction in Britain, the red kite, a magnificent bird of prey, now graces the skies above … Read More