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    Raptor - Forest of Dean.

    Whilst viewing Goshawks from New Fancy View in the Forest of Dean this afternoon, this raptor flew right overhead. I first thought it was a Goshawk, and so fired off a series of shots. Upon loading the photographs to my computer, it's obviously not a Goshawk. So it's a Peregrine or Kestrel...
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    Ecuador and the Galapagos.

    My parents (mother an enthusiastic birder) are off to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands in a few weeks. Bird books are required! I've tracked down the Photographic Guide to Birds of Ecuador and Galapagos (Byers), but they also want a more detailed book they can take with them - Collins sized or...
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    [UK] Possible Greater Scaup?

    Was out to see the Severn Bore this morning and came across this (to my mind) suspicious duck associating with a pair of definite Tufties (adult male adult female). It seemed bigger than either of them, and so I fired off some photos on my compact camera. Here are the best of them - all of the...
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    MN349 Hide Clamp. 190CXPRO3 tripod.

    I have the tripod. 25mm centre column, so it should fit into the MN349. Just wondered if there are any better suggestions for hide clamps?
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    iPhone Reception and birdguides and RBA and Scilly.

    I'm visiting Scilly in late September. I have an iPhone, which is setup with birdguides Bird News Anywhere service. It's a splendid service, so that although I do have a web subscription to RBA I've never needed their pager service. On the mainland birdguides is all I need whilst I'm on the...
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    Med Gull? - West Sussex, UK.

    I'd just assumed this gull I saw on Saturday was a Mediterranean Gull. I'd be grateful for some confirmation, though. Also... what age group? First summer or second winter? I know the Tern is a Sandwich! |:P|
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    Which Sandpiper? - Wiltshire, UK.

    I have this poor photograph of a Sandpiper taken on Saturday at the Cotswold Water Park, Wiltshire, UK. It's either a Common Sandpiper or Green Sandpiper, and it's embarrassing, but I just can't be sure which it is. I didn't see it in flight, and it was bobbing its tail but not manically. Photo...
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    Canon Ixus Cameras & Swaro DCA???

    Hi all, I have the Swaro ATS 65HD with a 20-60x S eyepiece. My stay on case is the Swaro one. I've been thinking about digiscoping through the scope recently and note (from reading these forums) that the DCB-A won't fit if my stay on case is on - plus it's mightily expensive!). This strikes me...
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    Golden Eagles.

    A (relatively) simply question. Where's the best place to see Golden Eagles in Scotland - in the spring time. I'm thinking of taking a trip up to see the White-tailed Eagles and Ospreys, but don't really know of any 'meccas' for Golden Eagles. I'd be grateful for any pointers.
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    Tripod/Head for Swaro ATS 65HD.

    Well-worn topic, I know - but I've been reading all the similar threads I could find in here for inspiration and have come away uncertain where things stand today. I understand the Manfrotto 128RC head accepts the ATS without a plate - so I'm essentially sold on that. However, what's more...
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    Blue Alert UK List 2010.

    Thought I'd post my list for this year. This is only the second year I've kept a list (last year 147) as I gradually get more and more serious about birding. You know how it goes... |;| I'm based in Gloucester. 1st January 1) Black-headed Gull 2) Starling 3) Blackbird 4) Collared Dove 5)...
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    I.D help. Taken in vicinity of Kings Canyon, AUS.

    Just had a holiday in Australia, and cannot identify this bird. Any help would be appreciated!
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    Birder saying hello.

    Hello all. I've noticed that these forums show up regularly in searches for bird info online, and so have decided to join to make the most of it. I only have the time to get out birdwatching at weekends, but am certanly looking forward to light evenings so I can see the birds in my garden when I...
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