Amazing Migrations – The Redwing
- Sat 16th Jan, 2021
The next time I see a Redwing in our garden I will think about its home in central Russia and how closely connected to the natural world our countries are.
What To Look Out For
Year-round wildlife alerts and top tips on common wildlife to look out for on the coast of North and East Yorkshire
The Magic Of Foxes
- Sat 19th Dec, 2020
Mid-winter is a great time to look out for one of our most charismatic and magical mammals the Red Fox. With a bit of luck, the first dusting of snow could make this search even more exciting!
The First Snow
- Sun 22nd Nov, 2020
Snow Buntings are always a delight. The flash of pure white snow flake feathers and the sweet liquid chittering calls create an instant and lasting impression.
The Sound Of Silver
- Sun 8th Nov, 2020
I’m listening for a delicate silvery trill, the unmistakable call of a Bohemian Waxwing. These magical birds must be in everybody’s top ten of European birds. As a very good friend of mine once wrote ‘to be tired of Waxwings is to be tired of life’.
Divers On The Yorkshire Coast
- Sat 24th Oct, 2020
Divers can be tricky to observe for long periods of time. You have to be quick and patient because they can spend up to 60% of their time foraging for food.
