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New camera-trap footage has revealed a previously undocumented behaviour in Iberian Lynx, with individuals observed dunking prey in water! Full story on our website.

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A major new report published by the RSPB has revealed that the persecution of birds of prey remains widespread across the UK. What do you think should be done to stop illegal persecution of raptors?

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Great news from Brazil, where Red-and-green Macaws have bred successfully in Brazil's Atlantic Forest for the first time in approximately 200 years!

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The North-East has had its fair share of surprises. Which bird would have surprised you most to see?  Book onto our North East tour this autumn: https://bit.ly/3OjRqyv #birding #bgtravel #birdguides #birds #birdwatch #birdwatching

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Britain's gulls are undergoing substantial declines, according to the latest findings from the BTO's Winter Gull Survey. Have you noticed fewer numbers in your area?

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Have you ever been to the Isles of Scilly? Go birding with BirdGuides at this prime birding destination. Book your place, today: https://bit.ly/3v8Z453 #birding #bgtravel #birdguides #birds #birdwatch #birdwatching

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Butterfly Conservation has launched the first-ever public vote to crown Britain's Favourite Butterfly, inviting people across the UK to choose the species they love most!

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What rarity would make the Shetland trip unforgettable if you were lucky enough to see it? Join BirdGuides in a rarity hunt this autumn: https://bit.ly/4cZm8WS #birding #bgtravel #birdguides #birds #birdwatch #birdwatching

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A pair of Critically Endangered White-backed Vultures fitted with GPS transmitters in northern Morocco have dispersed, with one bird successfully crossing the Strait of Gibraltar into Spain. Full story on our website.

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The reintroduction of White-tailed Eagles to Exmoor has been given the green light by Natural England, with up to 20 birds due to be released across the national park from this summer! #birdwatching #birdguides #birding #birds

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Are you ready for some new penguin species?! Gentoo Penguin has been split into four species following a major international genetic study.

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Natural England has revealed that it does not believe White Storks to be native to Britain – and it views releases of the species as not a conservation priority. The government's nature agency said such schemes raise "challenging questions". Full story on our website.

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"Far from a run-of-the-mill bird book" says Rob Hume in March 2026 edition of Birdwatch. Get your copy from the BirdGuides Bookshop: https://bit.ly/4lln8an #birding #bookshop #birdguides #birds #birdwatch #birdwatching

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What could autumn have in store for 2026? Join us in East Yorkshire and book your place, here: https://bit.ly/48lIrDI #birding #bgtravel #birdguides #birds #birdwatch #birdwatching

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Where is your 2026 birding going to take you? Explore the world with BirdGuides: https://bit.ly/4unXar8 #birding #birds #birdwatch #bgtravel

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Will we see you at Global BirdFair? Subscribe to BirdGuides and get a free ticket: https://bit.ly/4cAlTlz #birdguides #birding #birds #birdwatch @Global BirdFair

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If you are searching for genuinely world-class birdwatching tours in the UK, few places can match Northumberland. Go birding with BirdGuides travel. Explore all of our tours here: https://bit.ly/4unXar8 #birdguides #bgtravel #birding #birds #birdwatch

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The world's largest annual celebration of birds is only months away and you could get a free ticket. Subscribe to BirdGuides with our Global BirdFair offer and get a free £20 ticket to Global BirdFair: https://bit.ly/4cAlTlz #birdguides #birding #birds #birdwatch @Global BirdFair

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We depart to East Yorkshire soon! The clock is ticking for you to secure your spot on an exciting birding tour in East Yorkshire this spring. Register now: https://bit.ly/4rqzbVo #birdguides #bgtravel #birding #birds #birdwatching

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What might we see on our Fens in spring tour? Join us from 18-22 May 2026 birding in the Fens before it's too late! Book here: https://bit.ly/4cFpBdK #birdguides #bgtravel #birds #birding #birdwatch

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Embark on a spring adventure with BirdGuides next month. Explore our spring tours: https://bit.ly/4unXar8 #birdguides #birding #birdwatch #bgtravel

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