September can be an exciting time to be a birder
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This month heralds the return of the Pink-footed Geese back to Montrose Basin after a long summer in Iceland and Greenland. We were fortunate to have a large influx of …
FR4s Journey Through Africa
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Since departing on their migration last month FR3 and FR4 have shown us that they both have very different approaches to making the journey. FR3 arrived in France on 22nd …
Catching lepidoptera, it’s mothing
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Hi, If I were to ask you to picture a moth in your mind then I guess many will have produced an image of a tiny brown winged insect, some …
NEWSFLASH: FR4 in Morocco!
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We have just received data showing that FR4 has arrived safely in Morocco! The tracking page will be updated next week
FR4 in Africa (almost)
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FR4’s migration journey shows no signs of slowing down. Having made rapid progress through France and northern Spain, our young osprey has continued SW and as of 1pm on the 8th …
Reminder: 2020VISION Talk with Pete Cairns
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Next Thursday at the Birnam Arts Centre renowned wildlife photographer Pete Cairns will be giving a fascinating evening talk and presenting stunning imagery from the 2020VISION project. 2020VISION showcases the amazing landscapes and …
Falls of Clyde Recent Sightings 1st-7th September
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Hello, Well it certainly started to feel a tad autumnal on the reserve this week with a few chilly mornings and a number of trees beginning to turn gold. Highlight …
Osprey tracking update: 7th September
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With the last data download on Friday showing FR3 firmly ensconced in France and FR4 halfway across the English Channel (two days previous), we were all eager to find out where …
National Moth Night
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This week includes National Moth Night, an annual event encouraging public interest in moths. While you may be more familiar with species of butterfly, moths actually make up the majority of …
Sponsored Night Walk
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Will you brave the dark and raise money for the Scottish Wildlife Trust? Join us for a torch-lit charity walk through the Falls of Clyde reserve. Refreshments and fire ‘pit-stops’ …