It’s just a variation on Southern Grey Shrike, isn’t it? Well, there’s a bit more to it than that, writes David Lindo

Grey Phalarope, Pelagic (Scilly), 31 August RICHARD STONIER ...

If you had to pick a place where you wouldn’t go looking for birds, Las Vegas might be near the top of your list. Yet, as Stephen Moss discovered, the surroundings are great for winter birding

Being a big fan of tiny phalaropes, Mike couldn’t resist a visit (or two) to see one fairly locally, in early September

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

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