For me, this trip was always a dream. I never really thought I would get the chance to visit the famous Alphonse Island! But with some last minute cancellations and a dip into my savings, last November presented that chance.… Read More »An Alphonse Adventure
2021 began with more lockdowns, restrictions and cancelled plans. Winter had already gone on for what felt like an eternity. I knew I needed a project, for spring at least. The most obvious was nesting season because it naturally carries… Read More »Why is one more important than the other?
It has been a few weeks now since the grouse season ended. The uplands that surround me have now changed to their rather neutral winter colours and with everyone being back in lockdown, it has all gone rather quiet. A… Read More »A Grouse season to remember
Ironically, lockdown has been busy for me. It has given me a unique opportunity to spend quality time with my local wildlife that even I, as a nature lover, perhaps have taken for granted in the past. Today is a… Read More »Nesting during a Pandemic
If you read my last blog you will know I have recently been following a few Lapwings whilst they have been sitting on their nests incubating their eggs. As I have followed these individuals I have got to know them… Read More »We have chicks!
Lately, where I live has become the centre of attention for ground nesting birds. Whether it be red grouse, lapwings, curlews or the many breeds of plover, wherever you walk, you will spot them! Lapwings are an easy spot when… Read More »Nesting Time