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  1. Bob Philpott

    Old topic I am sure but new to me - Kerala houseboat birding

    Mike, I was there 18 months ago and am going back in 2018. Andre is right about the houseboat, nice way to see the common birds. We used Kalypso Travel in Kerala. Organised through MotMot and Wild about Travel in the UK. I would recommend all of these. The Kalypso guide was excellent...
  2. Bob Philpott

    Lumix LX3 with Nikon ED82A scope

    Yes is the answer. Worked well with my Opticron. It is the eyepiece size that is relevant rather than the scope. I attached mine by buying the 52 mm adapter tube that screws on the front; make sure you get the type with a deep front end. Cut a piece of standard plumbing pipe into about an...
  3. Bob Philpott

    Feathers collection

    MJB Don't forget the law goes further: "a person shall not be guilty of an offence under subsection (2) if he shows that—. (a) the bird or egg had not been killed or taken, or had been lawfully killed or taken (b) the bird, egg or other thing in his possession or control had been lawfully...
  4. Bob Philpott

    Are bird names supposed to be written in capital letters?

    Right from an early age I was told that grammatically lower case is correct. Apart from when there is a proper name etc (Canada goose). But I have given up the argument a long time ago and just go with the majority and use Capitals.
  5. Bob Philpott

    Complaints against the RSPB rejected (RSPB)

    Whilst certain papers were very quick to highlight the complaints against the RSPB they have been silent on highlighting the outcome. This weekend the MoS again referred to these complaints in an article about shooting and made no reference at all to the fact that the complaints had been...
  6. Bob Philpott

    Kites in Wiltshire

    Delia Silbury Hill is taking you away from the main population. You will see them there but try the road from Marlborough to Ramsbury or Mildenhall next time (for those in Cambridgeshire this Mildenhall is pronounced 'Mynall' - honestly).
  7. Bob Philpott

    Kites in Wiltshire

    Hello, Not everyone is from Irag and there are some on here closer to home so keep visiting. Red Kites are increasing in Wiltshire and spreading west and southwards. They will be spreading mainly as generations grow from the Chiltern re-introductions of many years ago. You can roughly...
  8. Bob Philpott

    low power microscope

    Steve, Depending on what you are wanting to use it for, but I have just downloaded a microscope/magnifier app for the mobile phone and my tablet. I used it today whilst out looking for Brown Hairstreak eggs and was reasonably impressed with the result. I am going to try and set it up...
  9. Bob Philpott

    Any Advice Nikon D80 or D5000

    I have the D80 and there is nothing wrong with it and it is a superb camera. I do agree with the others that it is an older generation camera and at your stage I would certainly try for the latest camera you can get for your money. That should be faster than the D80. I would also consider...
  10. Bob Philpott

    I.D request of Kerala Bird

    Thanks. There were blue capped rock thrush in the area. I will have a look. To be fair to the guide we weren't on a birding tour and he just happened to be an amateur birdwatcher learning a new hobby so we went for a walk. He knew where to find birds but was open about not being an expert.
  11. Bob Philpott

    I.D request of Kerala Bird

    This bird was seen in Kerala, near Munnar, about 2 weeks ago. We were watching a group of small birds (mainly flycatchers) in a woody area and I saw this bird. Our guide stated it could be Brown Flycatcher but I am uncertain. To be fair there were so many birds he could have been looking at...
  12. Bob Philpott

    Comment by 'Guest' in media 'kingfisher'

    Dave, That is heck of a good shot.
  13. Bob Philpott

    Cryptic Crossbird Clue

    A 'Gull' is a person who has been cheated. Black headed gull fits but I don't know why.
  14. Bob Philpott

    Small "clicking" bird

    Yes, you are right. I got confused because it does appear in some North American field guides but only because it is a rarity in Alaska.
  15. Bob Philpott

    Small "clicking" bird

    Have you tried looking at Stonechat song and call. Makes a sound like stones clacking together. I think you get them in USA. Although my definition of robin sized will be different to yours
  16. Bob Philpott

    Western Ghats of India- Endemic Bird Area

    Benny, Very interesting. I am due there in about 2 months time so look forward to seeing some of your endemics.
  17. Bob Philpott

    Dead Pixels in camera

    Thank you to both. I did think it was the end of what was a good camera, perhaps not.
  18. Bob Philpott

    Dead Pixels in camera

    I have an LX3 that I have previously used for digiscoping but also use it as an occasional carry around camera for events street scenes etc. I was at a show at the weekend and took a lot of photos with sky in. I have now noticed in the sky area that I have quite a few black pixels (presumably...
  19. Bob Philpott

    Kerala 2014 - advice needed

    I am doing the same trip in November. The company I am using supplied the trip through Wild About Travel. I spoke to them at the bird fair and they seem very switched on. We are getting a car and driver for 2 weeks. We have bought a package of hotels as well recommended by them and tailored...
  20. Bob Philpott

    Another "bridge camera, help me out" thread!

    L. You say you took osprey photos on the beach. The issue may be about distance (although I do know in USA you can get a lot closer to ospreys then we can) The thing people forget with these cameras is that like all cameras they behave best at closer range. If you use the zoom with the bird...
  21. Bob Philpott

    Scottish Independence

    I am sorry if this has been addressed elsewhere and I missed it. The RSPB being under the jurisdiction of the Charity Commission would undoubtedly have to split as a charity along the lines of the National Trust and Scottish National Trust. There is a Scottish Charity regulator and the RSPB is...
  22. Bob Philpott

    Canon SX50 Bird & Wildlife Gallery Update

    Tony, I am shortly due to go to Kerala in India. I will be taking my SX50 (only tend to take a bridge camera abroad nowadays) and these shots have convinced me I stand as good a prospect of getting good results as I would in trying to lug the heavy DSLR about.
  23. Bob Philpott

    UK Ladybird app

    This is from the same stable as Irecord for Mammals and Butterflies and both are excellent.
  24. Bob Philpott

    Hen harriers and Telegraph

    Also todays (Monday) Times with a full page opinion holding up Gamekeepers as the protectors of wildlife and claiming Harriers in the UK are at a higher level for 100 years. Not one news item on Hen Harrier day.
  25. Bob Philpott

    V3 first outing

    Oneclik, May I ask a question about the V1. I have just bought one at a very good price (allegedly the last one in the shop!) and with the FT1 have just started using it with my Nikon lenses. First impressions are excellent but as always with these small cameras there is a knack to getting...
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