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Autumn is upon us – David Callahan has everything you need to know in his birders’ almanac for September…

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Amazingly, we have reached another September, the beating heart of birding autumn. Migration is in full swing, and there is always a chance of finding something very special. Here are five birds which will make any September day.

A warm early autumn is great for invertebrates, says James Lowen

The sight of these sensational aerodynamic birds in flight brings much joy. Here’s how to help these summertime visitors

Now the crowds have gone, Karen Youngs heads to the beach to enjoy the antics of some recent arrivals