I notice that the Kentish plover, reported in the News Services 7-10th May at Dornoch, hasn't been reported since. Am I right in assuming it has probably not been looked for, rather than not been found, as I know observer coverage isn't as great in this region as in, say, Norfolk. I'll be in Scotland in 10 days, and am wondering whether it's worth looking for it, or whether it was just feeding up and passing through. Any thoughts?
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The Highlands and Islands Thread (1 Viewer)
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jpoyner
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There are plenty of regular birders working that area, though coverage is as you say no where near as great as in some places.
Northern123
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Hi,
I entered a post into the Bird ID Q&A forum about a crossbill I saw in Poorhouse Wood near Grantown-on-Spey last week.
Wondered if anyone here had any thoughts?
http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=304536
Thanks,
Ian
I entered a post into the Bird ID Q&A forum about a crossbill I saw in Poorhouse Wood near Grantown-on-Spey last week.
Wondered if anyone here had any thoughts?
http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=304536
Thanks,
Ian
Boro Birder
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Looking forward to my visit in 3 weeks, rather the Loch Lomond area or East to Perthshire, 14 mile walk from Dunkeld for a 7 days on the Perthshire moors up to Sarah's Bothy, camping and staying for a couple of nights in the bothy, weather permitting. Carnt wait.
Damian
Damian
Hi Andrew. Quite a few people have had success at Gruinard Bay. If my geography is correct its just North of Poolewe. Don't forget to scan Gruinard Island as well.
I've seen them off Shieldaig which is c45 mins south of Poolewe.
Good luck.
Rich
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vanellus
Andrew Hodson
Thanks Rich. I remember from years ago that there are some large mountains with steep cliffs near there as well.
Andrew
gordon hamlett
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There are several pairs in the area and could turn up anywhere, flying over. Please do not go looking for nest sites.
They are regularly seen from the hide at Inverewe Gardens, flying across the bay. Also regularly seen from the Slatterdale car park along Loch Maree. The visitor centre at Beinn Eighe should be able to provide you with up to date info.
As well as Gruinard Bay, try the road to Cove along western edge of Loch Ewe.
HTH
Gordon Hamlett - Author of the Best Birdwatching Sites in the Scottish Highlands
Capercaillie71
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Just saw a photo posted on Facebook by Moorfield House b&b , Boat of Garten, which seems to show a 2 barred crossbill in their garden yesterday.
Sandra (Taylor)
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Sounds as if you are in dire need of Gordon's book (see above) Jim!!
jpoyner
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Seems they just used a photo from the web and got the wrong species!
stuarta21
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Uist (North & South)
As part of my annual visit to the Isle of Skye I'm planning a visit to Uist. I've never been before so any advice local people or recent visitors can give would be greatly appreciated. I've got about 8hours from arrival to my return ferry so realistically how much can I get to see, I've read about a couple of seawatching places on South Uist, and I know there is a RSPB reserve on North Uist, plus a seawatching site not far from it.
thanks in advance :t:
As part of my annual visit to the Isle of Skye I'm planning a visit to Uist. I've never been before so any advice local people or recent visitors can give would be greatly appreciated. I've got about 8hours from arrival to my return ferry so realistically how much can I get to see, I've read about a couple of seawatching places on South Uist, and I know there is a RSPB reserve on North Uist, plus a seawatching site not far from it.
thanks in advance :t:
devon.birder
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I answered almost the same request a few months ago. Check http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=299022&highlight=North+Uist
Roger
devon.birder
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Corncrakes are more difficult to see in June with the vegetation higher but the one behind the visitors centre at Balranald is probably easier than most. I am sure you will enjoy the day though and perhaps go a bit longer in future. Regards Roger
Ratal
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Had my first return to serious birding day today.
Haul was spectacular.
Black, Red and Great Northern Divers, Redstart, Pied Fly Catcher, Buzzard and a pair of Hen Harriers. Morning haul was worthy.
Evening gave me male Cuckoo and Jays off the forest track.
All in all a beautiful day.to be out there in amongst the wild life.
Haul was spectacular.
Black, Red and Great Northern Divers, Redstart, Pied Fly Catcher, Buzzard and a pair of Hen Harriers. Morning haul was worthy.
Evening gave me male Cuckoo and Jays off the forest track.
All in all a beautiful day.to be out there in amongst the wild life.
neil78
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Was up in Speyside at the end of last week and a few crossbills were around.
- 2 large billed 'Scottish'/Parrot-types around the Speyside Heather Centre car park on the A95 a few miles SW of Grantown;
- 1 flew over the 'dragonfly pond' at Loch Garten;
- A decent sized flock of c20 at Glen Feshie about 1 mile past the gliding club, just past the bridge over the stream, all seemed to be small billed Common-types.
- 2 large billed 'Scottish'/Parrot-types around the Speyside Heather Centre car park on the A95 a few miles SW of Grantown;
- 1 flew over the 'dragonfly pond' at Loch Garten;
- A decent sized flock of c20 at Glen Feshie about 1 mile past the gliding club, just past the bridge over the stream, all seemed to be small billed Common-types.
