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    How to clean this?

    Try a pressure washer - no chemicals needed.
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    Bird wishlist for 2021

    Bearded Tit & waxwing for me.
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    Is there a UK Checklist book out there?

    The RSPB / BOU produces an A6 Field / Checklist book for about £1. You can get it on line or at an RSPB reserve.
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    Resizing images for posting and losing quality

    I use a programme called Image Resizer for Windows: https://www.bricelam.net/ImageResizer/ Works great
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    Can you make a Squirrel Baffle?

    This was suggested by another forum member - use two metal hanging baskets (as per attached pic). I have used this in the past to stop larger birds eating all the food and it works well.
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    eBird Help

    Thanks All, Life list now added. Thank you for your assistance. Brian
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    eBird Help

    My usual method of birding is to record what I have seen on my phone and then enter that information onto a spreadsheet when I get home. I do not record the time, date or location, just the species I have seen. I have just created an account with eBird and I do not know if (or how) I can add...
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    Iphone microphone with wind noise cancelling

    If you want something inexpensive which will work with both your phone and camera, have a look at the Boya BY-MM1 microphone. There are lots of reviews on Youtube and it is widely used for vlogging. It can be found on Amazon and eBay and contains all the components that you need.
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    winged eyecups for 10x42 Ultravid

    I am not sure if this is what you are after but do a search for Bino Bandit. I purchased mine from eB** and I am very pleased with the results.
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    Mrs wants some bins

    My wife wanted an inexpensive pair and we went to an RSPB reserve where she could try some binoculars. She opted for the Puffin range which she loves. Give them a go, if your wife does not like any binoculars, at least you have both had a good day out.
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    RSPB Puffin 8x32 binoculars any good?

    I wanted to buy an inexpensive pair for my wife and decided on the Puffins. We visited an RSPB site where she tried them to see if they were suitable. She was very happy with them and they are a good pair of binoculars for a beginner. Visit your RSPB reserve and give them a try.
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    Best settings to record bird song

    If would not use the Raspberry Pi as it not easily configured to produce good field recordings unless you commit a lot of time to programming and the purchase of additional hardware. Please check out the Bird Sound Recording section of this forum which contains lots of information on what you...
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    woodpigeons help!!!!

    If possible buy a fat ball feeder and remove anything from the mesh netting. Some birds can get tangled up in it.
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    woodpigeons help!!!!

    I had the same problem with pigeons, jackdaws and crows. Within 30 minutes of me refilling the feeders, it was all gone. I solved the problem by following another members suggestion (pic attached) of placing "cages" (2 hanging basket frames) around the feeders. This allowed the smaller birds...
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    best but reasonable priced binoculars for a child ?

    Have you looked at the RSPB Puffin Binoculars? You can try them in any RSPB reserve. Designed for young children - 8x32 for £55
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