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    Dressed for the weather?

    Hi everyone - two questions please: I have recently noted two birds who were clearly in their spring /early summer plumage despite it being the middle of winter. The birds in question were a male linnet (Bright crimson forehead) and a male reed bunting (very bold black head markings). 1) Is...
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    DSLR and lens choice

    Hi everyone I would like to get into photography and was considering a DSLR. Which of the following cameras would be the best bet? The camera will be for general family use and taking whitewater action shots for the sport of canoe slalom with an eye later on for use in bird photography...
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    Shropshire Birding

    Can anyone recommend easily accessible birding sites in Shropshire? I would really love to see a woodpecker (any species) - any advice of location where I have a reasonable chance of seeing one is particularly welcome. Cheers
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    Birding Clothing

    I was surprised to be informed by a very experienced birder that logos on clothing could disturb the birds in view. I have an excellent outdoor jacket from Country Innovation in moss green colour that has a small white logo bearing their name on the front chest of the jacket. Am I guilty of...
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    Mallard dressed as Shoveler?

    I did a double take as I watched a little flotilla of mallards make their way downstream on the River Dee in North Wales. The leader had an impressive white breast and I though this must be a shoveler but no it was definitely a male mallard. Has anyone seen this plumage variant before? Could...
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    KOWA TD-1 Super Telephoto Camera Scope

    Dear Bird Forum Has anyone any experience with using this kit or know of any reviews? I saw it advertised on WE, price £1,499. Apologies if this has been covered elswhere. Many thanks Gary
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    Delighted to see my first waxwing!

    Delighted to report I saw a waxwing today right outside my house, perched 2 yards away from me before flying off. It really brightened up my day and I made my first contact with the County Recorder for Shropshire. There is nothing unusual on my local patch so this was a real treat - I hope I...
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    New Opticron GS 82 ED Spotting Scope

    Hi there! I recently enquired re purchasing the Opticron HR 80 ED and was advised by the retailer to hold on a while as Opticron were bringing out a new scope very soon (as in post title), which was to be pitched against the likes of Swarovski and Zeiss. Has anyone got additional information...
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    Hello from newcomer GaryS

    I'm very glad to have joined the forum to learn more about birdwatching and share with others who love birds and the world of nature. I am very much a novice but pleased to say that today I can recognise a fieldfare from a redwing without consulting the field guide! I have joined the RSPB, WWT...
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