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Step-by-step guide: choosing binoculars
Our rangers are often asked for advice about buying and using binoculars for getting a closer look at birds. Find out their top tips.
Looking out for wildlife – responsible photography at the coast
“Wildlife photography is not just about taking photos and capturing a great image. It’s an opportunity to learn, connect and gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the natural world around us” – Ranger Charlotte shares some top tips for responsible wildlife photography.
Swift, swallow or martin?
Swallows and martins are some of our quintessential summer visitors, but how can you tell them apart?
Wildlife-aware beach cleans
Ranger Julie explains why we’ve developed a new guide for making sure beach cleans minimise disturbance to wildlife.
Magical migration
Twice a year birds that spend the winter on the Solent set off on a hazardous journey. So what triggers migration and why do birds migrate at all?
A Day in the Life of a Ranger – Gail
Ranger Gail takes us on her visits to Prinsted and East Head in this weeks blog post.
Beginner birdwatchers’ top tips from Ranger Karima
If you’re a beginner birdwatcher, here’s some handy tips from Ranger Karima for getting the most of your new hobby….
The Great Solent Birdwatch
The Great Solent Birdwatch is our annual wildlife event focusing on coastal bird species around Hampshire. Find out which birds topped our charts.
Engaging dog walks
Shona, Dog Initiatives Officer, Bird Aware Solent In honour of Walk Your Dog month in January, I want to talk…
A Day in the Life of a Ranger – Louise
Join Ranger Louise in this weeks blog as she takes you on one of her recent visits to the beautiful Bembridge Harbour on the Isle of Wight.
Merry Christmas from the Bird Aware Team!
Christmas and the end of the year is always an important time to reflect and take stock of your achievements and challenges and we certainly have plenty to reflect on! The team have been busy but so have the birds…
Joining forces with RSPB for new ‘tern’ raft at West Hayling Local Nature Reserve
Rangers Gail and Lizzie have been working with Mark and David from the RSPB to install a specially developed raft…
A Day in the Life of a Ranger – Miranda
Ever wondered what it’s like to be a Bird Aware Ranger? Join Miranda on two of her recent visits to the Solent coast at Hill Head and Hamble Common to find out more…
My Great Solent Birdwatch
Ranger Charlotte tells us what she saw during her survey for this year’s Great Solent Birdwatch!
The Great Solent Birdwatch – take part this half-term
The Rangers are looking forward to this year’s Great Solent Birdwatch which starts on Saturday 23 October and runs through…
Bird Aware Solent Gears up for Winter
We’re delighted to welcome three new rangers who have joined the Bird Aware Solent team ahead of a busy winter season.
Sharing our Shores – Wildlife & Dogs
It’s international dog day on the 26th this month and it’s been quite a year (and then some!) for our dogs….
