Scott Paterson
@scaup63.bsky.social
Birder, alternative sounds, Dunfermline Athletic, Rough Collies and other stuff.
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Sound inequality
While working on a new book project with The Sound Approach, Lucy McRobert was reminded of how overlooked female birds are in favour of males:
While working on a new book project with The Sound Approach, Lucy McRobert was reminded of how overlooked female birds are in favour of males:
Lucy McRobert: sound inequality
While working on a new book project with The Sound Approach, Lucy McRobert was reminded of how overlooked female birds are in favour of males.
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September 24, 2026 at 11:46 AM
Sound inequality
While working on a new book project with The Sound Approach, Lucy McRobert was reminded of how overlooked female birds are in favour of males:
While working on a new book project with The Sound Approach, Lucy McRobert was reminded of how overlooked female birds are in favour of males:
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Not sure what WeBS is about or need a confidence boost with counting birds, before getting involved?
In Sept, we will be running 3️⃣ FREE, virtual 'Counting Birds and WeBS' sessions, aimed for amateur birdwatchers who want to increase their skills.
Sign up ➡️ www.bto.org/training
In Sept, we will be running 3️⃣ FREE, virtual 'Counting Birds and WeBS' sessions, aimed for amateur birdwatchers who want to increase their skills.
Sign up ➡️ www.bto.org/training
August 4, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Not sure what WeBS is about or need a confidence boost with counting birds, before getting involved?
In Sept, we will be running 3️⃣ FREE, virtual 'Counting Birds and WeBS' sessions, aimed for amateur birdwatchers who want to increase their skills.
Sign up ➡️ www.bto.org/training
In Sept, we will be running 3️⃣ FREE, virtual 'Counting Birds and WeBS' sessions, aimed for amateur birdwatchers who want to increase their skills.
Sign up ➡️ www.bto.org/training
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Osprey comeback powered by a few pioneering pairs www.rarebirdalert.co.uk/v2/Content/O...
Osprey comeback powered by a few pioneering pairs
A 54-year study of Scottish Ospreys shows that rare long-distance pioneering pairs are crucial to expanding the breeding range and founding new populations.
www.rarebirdalert.co.uk
August 14, 2026 at 12:25 PM
Osprey comeback powered by a few pioneering pairs www.rarebirdalert.co.uk/v2/Content/O...
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We've just published the details of some of our autumn training about wetland birds and the Wetland Bird Survey. Head over to the website to find out more and book your place. www.bto.org/about/where/... #BirdingScotland
July 30, 2026 at 11:10 AM
We've just published the details of some of our autumn training about wetland birds and the Wetland Bird Survey. Head over to the website to find out more and book your place. www.bto.org/about/where/... #BirdingScotland
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Pioneering Oystercatcher!
Up until about 1840, British Oystercatchers were coastal breeders. Inland nests first appeared in Grampian (Scotland), a trend that spread to England by about 1900.
Now, many pairs breed on roof tops.
More here:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2016/06/13/o...
#BirdingScotland
Up until about 1840, British Oystercatchers were coastal breeders. Inland nests first appeared in Grampian (Scotland), a trend that spread to England by about 1900.
Now, many pairs breed on roof tops.
More here:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2016/06/13/o...
#BirdingScotland
June 13, 2026 at 7:09 AM
Pioneering Oystercatcher!
Up until about 1840, British Oystercatchers were coastal breeders. Inland nests first appeared in Grampian (Scotland), a trend that spread to England by about 1900.
Now, many pairs breed on roof tops.
More here:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2016/06/13/o...
#BirdingScotland
Up until about 1840, British Oystercatchers were coastal breeders. Inland nests first appeared in Grampian (Scotland), a trend that spread to England by about 1900.
Now, many pairs breed on roof tops.
More here:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2016/06/13/o...
#BirdingScotland
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1/ The latest Winter Gull Survey revealed that over the two decades since the last count, the total number of gulls wintering in the UK has decreased from 3.9 million to just under 2.5 million! 📉 #Ornithology #Seabirds
📖 Read the report www.bto.org/WinGSReport
📖 Read the report www.bto.org/WinGSReport
May 20, 2026 at 7:00 AM
1/ The latest Winter Gull Survey revealed that over the two decades since the last count, the total number of gulls wintering in the UK has decreased from 3.9 million to just under 2.5 million! 📉 #Ornithology #Seabirds
📖 Read the report www.bto.org/WinGSReport
📖 Read the report www.bto.org/WinGSReport
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Snipe news!
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Two Snipe tagged in Iceland by José Alves left Ireland at dusk on 5 April and reached Iceland 17 hours later. See map.
Averaging 80 and 87 km/h
@birdwatchireland.bsky.social
#ornithology
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Two Snipe tagged in Iceland by José Alves left Ireland at dusk on 5 April and reached Iceland 17 hours later. See map.
Averaging 80 and 87 km/h
@birdwatchireland.bsky.social
#ornithology
April 10, 2026 at 10:17 AM
Snipe news!
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Two Snipe tagged in Iceland by José Alves left Ireland at dusk on 5 April and reached Iceland 17 hours later. See map.
Averaging 80 and 87 km/h
@birdwatchireland.bsky.social
#ornithology
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Two Snipe tagged in Iceland by José Alves left Ireland at dusk on 5 April and reached Iceland 17 hours later. See map.
Averaging 80 and 87 km/h
@birdwatchireland.bsky.social
#ornithology
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A female Eurasian Curlew has broken the UK longevity record for the species:
New Forest curlew breaks UK longevity record
A female Eurasian Curlew has been found alive and well in Hampshire at the age of almost 34 years old.
bit.ly
March 22, 2026 at 7:21 AM
A female Eurasian Curlew has broken the UK longevity record for the species:
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We’re pleased to announce the release of the 2024 Seabird Monitoring Programme report, in partnership with JNCC, in association with the RSPB.
Click here to read the report: www.bto.org/our-work/sci...
Read on for key findings ⬇️
#seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
Click here to read the report: www.bto.org/our-work/sci...
Read on for key findings ⬇️
#seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
March 19, 2026 at 3:09 PM
We’re pleased to announce the release of the 2024 Seabird Monitoring Programme report, in partnership with JNCC, in association with the RSPB.
Click here to read the report: www.bto.org/our-work/sci...
Read on for key findings ⬇️
#seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
Click here to read the report: www.bto.org/our-work/sci...
Read on for key findings ⬇️
#seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
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The Spring Migrants Table is now live for 2026!
A sunny start to March has certainly made it feel like spring along with the return of the first Chiffchaffs and Sand Martins.
You can view the full table & sign up to the mailing list to hear about new arrivals at www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/spring...
A sunny start to March has certainly made it feel like spring along with the return of the first Chiffchaffs and Sand Martins.
You can view the full table & sign up to the mailing list to hear about new arrivals at www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/spring...
March 6, 2026 at 1:02 PM
The Spring Migrants Table is now live for 2026!
A sunny start to March has certainly made it feel like spring along with the return of the first Chiffchaffs and Sand Martins.
You can view the full table & sign up to the mailing list to hear about new arrivals at www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/spring...
A sunny start to March has certainly made it feel like spring along with the return of the first Chiffchaffs and Sand Martins.
You can view the full table & sign up to the mailing list to hear about new arrivals at www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/spring...
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1/ Five leading charities forge partnership for bird conservation for the Bird Atlas 2027–31! 🐦 But what is the Bird Atlas? ⬇️🧵 #Ornithology
@btobirds.bsky.social @birdwatchireland.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social @scottishbirding.bsky.social @birdsinwales.bsky.social
@btobirds.bsky.social @birdwatchireland.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social @scottishbirding.bsky.social @birdsinwales.bsky.social
March 5, 2026 at 11:09 AM
1/ Five leading charities forge partnership for bird conservation for the Bird Atlas 2027–31! 🐦 But what is the Bird Atlas? ⬇️🧵 #Ornithology
@btobirds.bsky.social @birdwatchireland.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social @scottishbirding.bsky.social @birdsinwales.bsky.social
@btobirds.bsky.social @birdwatchireland.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social @scottishbirding.bsky.social @birdsinwales.bsky.social
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When birding isn't the answer
We frequently hear that birding is good for mental health, so birders must be the happiest people around, right? That's not quite the case, says Lucy McRobert:
We frequently hear that birding is good for mental health, so birders must be the happiest people around, right? That's not quite the case, says Lucy McRobert:
Lucy McRobert: when birding isn't the answer
We frequently hear that birding is good for mental health, so birders must be the happiest people around, right? That's not quite the case, says Lucy McRobert.
bit.ly
February 26, 2026 at 12:47 PM
When birding isn't the answer
We frequently hear that birding is good for mental health, so birders must be the happiest people around, right? That's not quite the case, says Lucy McRobert:
We frequently hear that birding is good for mental health, so birders must be the happiest people around, right? That's not quite the case, says Lucy McRobert:
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Visitor Experience Officer - last chance to apply!
Closing date: Sunday 22 February
Based at the Club’s headquarters in Aberlady, the role is central to delivering a welcoming & informative front-of-house experience for visitors & members
For vacancy details & to apply, visit tinyurl.com/hkyweftu
Closing date: Sunday 22 February
Based at the Club’s headquarters in Aberlady, the role is central to delivering a welcoming & informative front-of-house experience for visitors & members
For vacancy details & to apply, visit tinyurl.com/hkyweftu
February 16, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Visitor Experience Officer - last chance to apply!
Closing date: Sunday 22 February
Based at the Club’s headquarters in Aberlady, the role is central to delivering a welcoming & informative front-of-house experience for visitors & members
For vacancy details & to apply, visit tinyurl.com/hkyweftu
Closing date: Sunday 22 February
Based at the Club’s headquarters in Aberlady, the role is central to delivering a welcoming & informative front-of-house experience for visitors & members
For vacancy details & to apply, visit tinyurl.com/hkyweftu
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Join us for FREE events introducing you to the Breeding Bird Survey @bbs-birds.bsky.social 🐦 Book now ➡️ www.bto.org/events
These events are taking place across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and are run by our expert teams. #Ornithology
These events are taking place across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and are run by our expert teams. #Ornithology
February 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Join us for FREE events introducing you to the Breeding Bird Survey @bbs-birds.bsky.social 🐦 Book now ➡️ www.bto.org/events
These events are taking place across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and are run by our expert teams. #Ornithology
These events are taking place across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and are run by our expert teams. #Ornithology
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New wadertales blog on how quickly juvenile godwits learn to feed efficiently through their first winter:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2026/02/05/l...
From new @asab.org paper led by Josh Nightingale:
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
#ornithology
wadertales.wordpress.com/2026/02/05/l...
From new @asab.org paper led by Josh Nightingale:
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
#ornithology
February 5, 2026 at 8:14 AM
New wadertales blog on how quickly juvenile godwits learn to feed efficiently through their first winter:
wadertales.wordpress.com/2026/02/05/l...
From new @asab.org paper led by Josh Nightingale:
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
#ornithology
wadertales.wordpress.com/2026/02/05/l...
From new @asab.org paper led by Josh Nightingale:
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
#ornithology
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This week's column is about something that's arguably more important than anything in the news, crucial as some of the other issues are.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
The UK government didn't want you to see this report on ecosystem collapse. I'm not surprised | George Monbiot
It took an FOI request to bring this national security assessment to light. For ‘doomsayers’ like us, it is the ultimate vindication, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot
www.theguardian.com
January 27, 2026 at 5:02 PM
This week's column is about something that's arguably more important than anything in the news, crucial as some of the other issues are.
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
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1/2 How old? 😮 Discover bird longevity records up to 2024 in our newly released BTO Ringing and Nest Recording Report! ⬇️ #Ornithology 🪶
📖 www.bto.org/ringing-...
📖 www.bto.org/ringing-...
January 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
1/2 How old? 😮 Discover bird longevity records up to 2024 in our newly released BTO Ringing and Nest Recording Report! ⬇️ #Ornithology 🪶
📖 www.bto.org/ringing-...
📖 www.bto.org/ringing-...
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For ID purposes videos can be great for familiarising yourself with seabird flight actions, structure, etc. but it’s a pain tracking down useful clips. I’ve collated video links for various N Atlantic species here #seabirds #seawatching #birding #birdID
chatterstanes.wordpress.com/2025/12/23/s...
chatterstanes.wordpress.com/2025/12/23/s...
Seabird Video Footage as a Learning Resource for Seawatchers
During the last few years significant progress has been made in improving our understanding of identification criteria and distribution of previously problematic seabird species. This progress has …
chatterstanes.wordpress.com
December 24, 2025 at 7:57 AM
For ID purposes videos can be great for familiarising yourself with seabird flight actions, structure, etc. but it’s a pain tracking down useful clips. I’ve collated video links for various N Atlantic species here #seabirds #seawatching #birding #birdID
chatterstanes.wordpress.com/2025/12/23/s...
chatterstanes.wordpress.com/2025/12/23/s...
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Christmas is a time for giving, appreciating & reflecting on what matters most.
For those starting again in Scotland the reality is very different.
Give a loved one a meaningful gift: donate in their name to help someone start again in safety.
Order a £5 e-gift here: ow.ly/Brg850XA5r7 🧡
For those starting again in Scotland the reality is very different.
Give a loved one a meaningful gift: donate in their name to help someone start again in safety.
Order a £5 e-gift here: ow.ly/Brg850XA5r7 🧡
December 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Christmas is a time for giving, appreciating & reflecting on what matters most.
For those starting again in Scotland the reality is very different.
Give a loved one a meaningful gift: donate in their name to help someone start again in safety.
Order a £5 e-gift here: ow.ly/Brg850XA5r7 🧡
For those starting again in Scotland the reality is very different.
Give a loved one a meaningful gift: donate in their name to help someone start again in safety.
Order a £5 e-gift here: ow.ly/Brg850XA5r7 🧡
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Scottish Birdwatchers' Conference 2026
Join us & @btoscotland.bsky.social for next year's Spring Conference in Dundee on Saturday 14 March.
View the full programme of talks on 'The Birds of Tayside: conservation, migration and habitats' and book your place at www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/event/...
Join us & @btoscotland.bsky.social for next year's Spring Conference in Dundee on Saturday 14 March.
View the full programme of talks on 'The Birds of Tayside: conservation, migration and habitats' and book your place at www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/event/...
December 3, 2025 at 10:40 AM
Scottish Birdwatchers' Conference 2026
Join us & @btoscotland.bsky.social for next year's Spring Conference in Dundee on Saturday 14 March.
View the full programme of talks on 'The Birds of Tayside: conservation, migration and habitats' and book your place at www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/event/...
Join us & @btoscotland.bsky.social for next year's Spring Conference in Dundee on Saturday 14 March.
View the full programme of talks on 'The Birds of Tayside: conservation, migration and habitats' and book your place at www.the-soc.org.uk/pages/event/...
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Want a FREE resource pack with an ID guide to 30 species you’re likely to see in your local greenspace? 🐦🌳 Sign up to our Birds in #Greenspaces newsletter to receive one! ➡️ www.bto.org/greenspaces #Ornithology 🪶
Illustrations by @willrose.bsky.social
Illustrations by @willrose.bsky.social
November 20, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Want a FREE resource pack with an ID guide to 30 species you’re likely to see in your local greenspace? 🐦🌳 Sign up to our Birds in #Greenspaces newsletter to receive one! ➡️ www.bto.org/greenspaces #Ornithology 🪶
Illustrations by @willrose.bsky.social
Illustrations by @willrose.bsky.social
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The latest report from the RBBP, Rare Breeding Birds in the UK in 2023, is out now in British Birds. It reports on the 104 species and races of rare breeding birds recording breeding, or showing signs of breeding, in 2023. Read the summary at rbbp.org.uk/2023-report-... #ornithology #ukbirds 🧵[1/15]
November 4, 2025 at 10:51 AM
The latest report from the RBBP, Rare Breeding Birds in the UK in 2023, is out now in British Birds. It reports on the 104 species and races of rare breeding birds recording breeding, or showing signs of breeding, in 2023. Read the summary at rbbp.org.uk/2023-report-... #ornithology #ukbirds 🧵[1/15]
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A long journey for a little bird! 🗺️
This Reed Bunting, ringed on 11/02/2024 at Cannock Chase, Staffs, has been re-caught a remarkable 382 km away 😮 by @clydeRG in Cowcaddens, Glasgow on 16/10/25.
Ringing really does tell a story. 💫
#BirdRinging #ReedBunting #Migration
This Reed Bunting, ringed on 11/02/2024 at Cannock Chase, Staffs, has been re-caught a remarkable 382 km away 😮 by @clydeRG in Cowcaddens, Glasgow on 16/10/25.
Ringing really does tell a story. 💫
#BirdRinging #ReedBunting #Migration
November 4, 2025 at 1:12 PM
A long journey for a little bird! 🗺️
This Reed Bunting, ringed on 11/02/2024 at Cannock Chase, Staffs, has been re-caught a remarkable 382 km away 😮 by @clydeRG in Cowcaddens, Glasgow on 16/10/25.
Ringing really does tell a story. 💫
#BirdRinging #ReedBunting #Migration
This Reed Bunting, ringed on 11/02/2024 at Cannock Chase, Staffs, has been re-caught a remarkable 382 km away 😮 by @clydeRG in Cowcaddens, Glasgow on 16/10/25.
Ringing really does tell a story. 💫
#BirdRinging #ReedBunting #Migration
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1/ Despite a reasonable difference in size, Cormorants and Shags can be quite difficult to differentiate unless side by side!
In this thread ⬇️, we take a look at some of the key differences between adults and juveniles... #seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
In this thread ⬇️, we take a look at some of the key differences between adults and juveniles... #seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
October 6, 2025 at 1:57 PM
1/ Despite a reasonable difference in size, Cormorants and Shags can be quite difficult to differentiate unless side by side!
In this thread ⬇️, we take a look at some of the key differences between adults and juveniles... #seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
In this thread ⬇️, we take a look at some of the key differences between adults and juveniles... #seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
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Gannets go through quite the plumage change, being primarily black as juveniles and white as adults!
Have a scroll through this thread to see how their plumage changes on the way to adulthood! #seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
Have a scroll through this thread to see how their plumage changes on the way to adulthood! #seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
October 15, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Gannets go through quite the plumage change, being primarily black as juveniles and white as adults!
Have a scroll through this thread to see how their plumage changes on the way to adulthood! #seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social
Have a scroll through this thread to see how their plumage changes on the way to adulthood! #seabirds #birds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social