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After the summer doldrums when drakes melt into the background in e
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
Check your answers against our explanations. Remember, there are no ‘trick’ birds or extreme rarities among these...
MAKE Y OUR BIRDING C OUNT
October is many birders’ favourite time of the year. The potential is massive! Anything can and will turn up. However, here are five birds which will certainly be about and should be ‘gettable’ (with a bit of luck and skill) this month.
30-minute birder Amanda Tuke sees the benefits of being distracted by birds at home, and on the coast
When you’re watching waders, you need to make sure the conditions are just right, writes Ruth Miller