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    Aves Vox not available on android anymore?

    Having used Aves Vox on my 2 android phones, for a few years, the app no longer works on either. I've reinstalled it a couple of times but to no avail. Anybody else having problems? ,
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    NL Pures Optically superior?

    Apart from the ergonomics and wider field of view are NL Pures optically superior to the Field Pro? I was wondering if there is some data rather than subjective opinion.
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    Gropper reeling from reed bed

    The 2nd Grasshopper Warbler was apparently heard reeling from the reed bed as opposed to bramble,scrub etc.Has Savi's Warbler been ruled out.I've replied to Andy Pitt on Twitter to that effect but hopefully this will reach a wider audience.:t: Chris.T.
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    Chillington Hornbeams

    Does Chillington still have its Hornbeams?(haven't been for 40years) Must have potential for Hawfinches but have not heard of any reports from there. Cheers Chris. Thomson.
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    Balsall Heath Iceland Gull

    Very pale juv Iceland Gull on the grass at the junction of Cleveland Road and Balsall Heath Road at 11.45.Taking very little notice of pedestrians passing within 15 metres. Chris. Thomson. P.S. Just to add Balsall Heath is in Birmingham.
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    Balsall Heath Waxwings

    28 Waxwings, Cobden Gardens opposite number 40 Lincoln Rd,Balsall Heath. Initially saw them, at 1p.m, from the top deck of no 35 bus.Got off immediately to see them fly off but they soon returned.When i got home drove back and at 3 o clock they were still there till 3.15 when they flew off.There...
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    Bargain neoprene wellies

    This week Aldi are selling neoprene ,Muckboot lookalike, wellies for £19.99.I bought a pair of these last year and they have been excellent.Wish they had bought them out a month earlier last year as i need not have spent £80 on my Muckboots. Chris.
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    Y.W.T. proposed Visitor Centre Spurn

    This is a heads up to any Worcester birders who know of, or had the pleasure of birding Spurn. Yorkshire Wildlife Trust have applied for planning permission to erect a new Visitor Centre.The planning application states thus.On Land South East of The Dovecoat Spurn Road,Kilnsea,East Riding of...
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    Garden Mega!

    Making breakfast prior to birding Bittell Reservoir. I looked out of the window to see,5yds away, sat on the fence, a male Black Redstart, in my back garden,! in Kings Norton!Birmingham.:t: Chris. Thomson.
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    Manfrotto tripod leg locks work loose

    My 8 year old Manfrotto 441 carbon fibre tripod leg locks require constant tightening. Despite my changing the nylock nuts, often, the problem soon reoccurs.Any ideas? A friend of mine has a similar problem with a relatively new Velbon Geo so if i decide to buy a new tripod (i'm not keen on...
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    Hepatic cuckoos in juv plumage

    Further to a post of mine on the Worcester forum,are 'hepatic' cuckoos identifiable in juvenile plumage. Chris. T.
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    Juv hepatic cuckoo id?

    Upton Warren Had obvious juv cuckoo today(white nape patch and white feather fringes above) at Moors Pool just south of the west hide but viewed from the east hide.The darker primaries and dark barring were in stark contrast to the bright rufous back ground colour including the rump.The bird...
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    Crete Olive Tree Warbler?

    A non internet friend of mine is going to Crete on May 5th(partner won't consider Lesvos) Hoping for Olive Tree Warbler,Collared and Semi collared Fly catcher.I'm aware of the Stephanie Coghlan book but it's a bit dated.If any body has up to date info on these species and any other worth while...
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    Great White Egret

    I would be interested to know if the long staying Great white Egret at Pitsford was seen on Nov 18th as it was not recorded on RBA.We had one at Bittell Reservoir at 12.20 that day(briefly) and i was thinking it could potentially be the same bird.A response would be much appreciated. Chris.
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    collins bird guide 2nd edition

    Amazon have the Collins Field Guide 2nd edition (hardback) on sale for £12.50 with free delivery.I wonder if this large discount has anything to do with the typos and glitches highlighted on this forum.
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    Baer's:bears,Bars,Bayers or?

    I was fortunate to find a Baer's Pochard in China but less fortunate trying to find the correct pronunciation. Please end my torment,please. cheers
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    Neck support pillows for long haul

    Hi,Love long haul birding, hatelong haul flights.I'm thinking of buying an inflatable wrap around neck pillow, has anybody tried these? or anything else That can induce a few hours kip ? Cheers
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    Song/calls for China trip

    Hi all, A friend and i are going on an unescorted trip to China shortly.I've been advised to learn a few song /calls of a few tricky/skulking species.Are there any recordings available. Chris
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    Collins birdguide large format

    Hi all, I am trying to aquire the latest Collins bird guide, large format.Have tried Amazon used books witout any joy.From the back of my mind I recall something about a reprint next year.Help please.
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    Pallas's, who or what

    who or what is the pallas in pallas, warbler
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    shorebirds ID guide

    Reccommendations please for best guides to waders of N.America, Europe and Asia.
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    Hi all from birmingham

    Hiya,I've just joined and am excited by all the potential info to b e exchanged
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