30-minute birder Amanda Tuke sees the benefits of being distracted by birds at home, and on the coast

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I HAVE written numerous pieces about mallard – this our most ubiquitous duck is a survivor. Mallard can be found almost everywhere, and I love them and never tire of watching them. They are underrated

Jean Vernon suggests practical ways to provide food, habitats and safety for our feathered friends as the weather cools