Berkshire Ornithological Club
@berksbirdclub.bsky.social
promoting the enjoyment, study and conservation of wild birds in Berkshire, UK. #Berksbirds http://berksoc.org.uk/
Peter enjoys leading our local walks. We also venture further afield regularly.
If you'd like to join one of our free field trips or indoor talks, check out the programme on the website: berksoc.org.uk/club-news/pr...
If you'd like to join one of our free field trips or indoor talks, check out the programme on the website: berksoc.org.uk/club-news/pr...
November 23, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Peter enjoys leading our local walks. We also venture further afield regularly.
If you'd like to join one of our free field trips or indoor talks, check out the programme on the website: berksoc.org.uk/club-news/pr...
If you'd like to join one of our free field trips or indoor talks, check out the programme on the website: berksoc.org.uk/club-news/pr...
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Avian influenza from poultry farms blamed for the deaths of around 35,000 Common Cranes - that’s about 10% of the wintering population in the area. 🪶
Grues mortes de l'influenza aviaire : les ornithologues soupçonnent les élevages industriels
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Grues mortes de la grippe aviaire : les ornithologues soupçonnent les élevages industriels
Alors que la grippe aviaire a tué des milliers de grues cendrées depuis un mois, les autorités craignent pour les volailles. Des ornithologues soupçonnent, au contraire, les élevages industriels d’êtr...
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November 18, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Avian influenza from poultry farms blamed for the deaths of around 35,000 Common Cranes - that’s about 10% of the wintering population in the area. 🪶
The BOC Committee has decided that effective from 1st October 2025, Club membership is FREE for under-25s.
Find out more about Club Membership here: berksoc.org.uk/about/club-m...
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Find out more about Club Membership here: berksoc.org.uk/about/club-m...
#berksbirds
November 19, 2025 at 10:23 AM
The BOC Committee has decided that effective from 1st October 2025, Club membership is FREE for under-25s.
Find out more about Club Membership here: berksoc.org.uk/about/club-m...
#berksbirds
Find out more about Club Membership here: berksoc.org.uk/about/club-m...
#berksbirds
BOC members had a superb weekend birding the North Norfolk coast. 111 species seen, including a gorgeous Pallas's Warbler at Titchwell but the highlight was the thousands of Pink-footed geese flying over us to roost in the Wash each evening.
#ukbirding #norfolkbirding
#ukbirding #norfolkbirding
November 18, 2025 at 10:17 PM
BOC members had a superb weekend birding the North Norfolk coast. 111 species seen, including a gorgeous Pallas's Warbler at Titchwell but the highlight was the thousands of Pink-footed geese flying over us to roost in the Wash each evening.
#ukbirding #norfolkbirding
#ukbirding #norfolkbirding
It's BOC's AGM on Wed 19 November, 7.30pm. After the routine reports and appointments we'll have a great talk from Simon Booker - passionate wildlife photographer.
Non-members are welcome.
Join is in Room 109 in the Palmer Building, University of Reading, or via Zoom if you prefer.
#ukbirding
Non-members are welcome.
Join is in Room 109 in the Palmer Building, University of Reading, or via Zoom if you prefer.
#ukbirding
November 12, 2025 at 2:26 PM
It's BOC's AGM on Wed 19 November, 7.30pm. After the routine reports and appointments we'll have a great talk from Simon Booker - passionate wildlife photographer.
Non-members are welcome.
Join is in Room 109 in the Palmer Building, University of Reading, or via Zoom if you prefer.
#ukbirding
Non-members are welcome.
Join is in Room 109 in the Palmer Building, University of Reading, or via Zoom if you prefer.
#ukbirding
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@berksbirdclub.bsky.social are back tomorrow with a talk from Denis Bohm about Wild Herzegovina and Spring Migration along the Adriatic Flyway.
Non-members are very welcome at this FREE event, which is suitable for anyone interested in wild birds or conservation.
whatsonreading.com/venues/berks...
Non-members are very welcome at this FREE event, which is suitable for anyone interested in wild birds or conservation.
whatsonreading.com/venues/berks...
November 4, 2025 at 12:26 PM
@berksbirdclub.bsky.social are back tomorrow with a talk from Denis Bohm about Wild Herzegovina and Spring Migration along the Adriatic Flyway.
Non-members are very welcome at this FREE event, which is suitable for anyone interested in wild birds or conservation.
whatsonreading.com/venues/berks...
Non-members are very welcome at this FREE event, which is suitable for anyone interested in wild birds or conservation.
whatsonreading.com/venues/berks...
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WaderTales blog about wader roosts and the energy that's lost when birds are disturbed.
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Published on this day in 2016 🎂9️⃣
Over 3000 reads
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Published on this day in 2016 🎂9️⃣
Over 3000 reads
#ornithology
October 30, 2025 at 6:41 AM
WaderTales blog about wader roosts and the energy that's lost when birds are disturbed.
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Published on this day in 2016 🎂9️⃣
Over 3000 reads
#ornithology
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Published on this day in 2016 🎂9️⃣
Over 3000 reads
#ornithology
Come to this free talk, Wed 5 Nov, 7.30pm. Room G44, Edith Morley Building, Uni. of Reading.
Denis Bohm will show us the wonderful habitats and birdlife of Herzegovina, on the Adriatic Flyway migratory route.
Don't fancy coming out in the dark? Watch it live on Zoom: bit.ly/4lrQGl8
#berksbirds
Denis Bohm will show us the wonderful habitats and birdlife of Herzegovina, on the Adriatic Flyway migratory route.
Don't fancy coming out in the dark? Watch it live on Zoom: bit.ly/4lrQGl8
#berksbirds
October 27, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Come to this free talk, Wed 5 Nov, 7.30pm. Room G44, Edith Morley Building, Uni. of Reading.
Denis Bohm will show us the wonderful habitats and birdlife of Herzegovina, on the Adriatic Flyway migratory route.
Don't fancy coming out in the dark? Watch it live on Zoom: bit.ly/4lrQGl8
#berksbirds
Denis Bohm will show us the wonderful habitats and birdlife of Herzegovina, on the Adriatic Flyway migratory route.
Don't fancy coming out in the dark? Watch it live on Zoom: bit.ly/4lrQGl8
#berksbirds
Did you know the Berkshire Ornithological Club has a YouTube channel, where you can view recordings of past indoor meetings and bird ID tutorials? There are 54 videos to browse and more in the pipeline. Here's the link:
www.youtube.com/@bocsecretar...
#berksbirds
www.youtube.com/@bocsecretar...
#berksbirds
October 25, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Did you know the Berkshire Ornithological Club has a YouTube channel, where you can view recordings of past indoor meetings and bird ID tutorials? There are 54 videos to browse and more in the pipeline. Here's the link:
www.youtube.com/@bocsecretar...
#berksbirds
www.youtube.com/@bocsecretar...
#berksbirds
On this morning's 'Intro to Berks Birding' at Padworth Lane GP, we saw these 3 Otters playing in the Kennet. [Photo: Elaine Charlson]
We also saw Marsh Tit, Raven, Sparrowhawk, Buzzard, Green Sandpiper and Siskin.
Check out the programme here
berksoc.org.uk/club-news/pr...
#berksbirds #otters
We also saw Marsh Tit, Raven, Sparrowhawk, Buzzard, Green Sandpiper and Siskin.
Check out the programme here
berksoc.org.uk/club-news/pr...
#berksbirds #otters
October 18, 2025 at 6:24 PM
On this morning's 'Intro to Berks Birding' at Padworth Lane GP, we saw these 3 Otters playing in the Kennet. [Photo: Elaine Charlson]
We also saw Marsh Tit, Raven, Sparrowhawk, Buzzard, Green Sandpiper and Siskin.
Check out the programme here
berksoc.org.uk/club-news/pr...
#berksbirds #otters
We also saw Marsh Tit, Raven, Sparrowhawk, Buzzard, Green Sandpiper and Siskin.
Check out the programme here
berksoc.org.uk/club-news/pr...
#berksbirds #otters
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After the initial couple of flyby’s the juvenile Sabine’s Gull showed incredibly well. Not many birds that are as stunning in juvenile plum as adults but Sab’s are definitely one of those. Just a shame for it be on site with no access #UKbirding @birdguides.bsky.social @berksbirdclub.bsky.social
October 16, 2025 at 4:48 PM
After the initial couple of flyby’s the juvenile Sabine’s Gull showed incredibly well. Not many birds that are as stunning in juvenile plum as adults but Sab’s are definitely one of those. Just a shame for it be on site with no access #UKbirding @birdguides.bsky.social @berksbirdclub.bsky.social
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Could not believe my eyes whilst surveying on Wraysbury Reservoir this morning when this juvenile Sabine’s Gull flew into view. Incredible views of a species I’ve only seen once before - just wish I had a better camera! #UKbirding @berksbirdclub.bsky.social @birdguides.bsky.social
October 16, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Could not believe my eyes whilst surveying on Wraysbury Reservoir this morning when this juvenile Sabine’s Gull flew into view. Incredible views of a species I’ve only seen once before - just wish I had a better camera! #UKbirding @berksbirdclub.bsky.social @birdguides.bsky.social
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Come to our first indoor meeting of the new season: Wed 22 Oct, 7.30pm, room 109, Palmer Building, University of Reading.
Free entry.
Steve's talk has new science, photos and video of these magnificent raptors.
All welcome.
Or watch on Zoom. bit.ly/4lrQGl8
#berksbirds
Free entry.
Steve's talk has new science, photos and video of these magnificent raptors.
All welcome.
Or watch on Zoom. bit.ly/4lrQGl8
#berksbirds
October 11, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Come to our first indoor meeting of the new season: Wed 22 Oct, 7.30pm, room 109, Palmer Building, University of Reading.
Free entry.
Steve's talk has new science, photos and video of these magnificent raptors.
All welcome.
Or watch on Zoom. bit.ly/4lrQGl8
#berksbirds
Free entry.
Steve's talk has new science, photos and video of these magnificent raptors.
All welcome.
Or watch on Zoom. bit.ly/4lrQGl8
#berksbirds
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While at work today (7/10/25) in Eling (Berkshire) came across this Black Redstart flitting around the various buildings #berksbirds #ukbirds #ukbirding @berksbirdclub.bsky.social @bbowt.bsky.social @btoengland.bsky.social @britishbirds.bsky.social
October 7, 2025 at 8:18 PM
While at work today (7/10/25) in Eling (Berkshire) came across this Black Redstart flitting around the various buildings #berksbirds #ukbirds #ukbirding @berksbirdclub.bsky.social @bbowt.bsky.social @btoengland.bsky.social @britishbirds.bsky.social
On Monday's joint NDOC/BOC field trip to Pennington and Normandy marshes (Hants), we noted 65 species, including Little Stint, Spotted Redshank, Bar-tailed Godwit and Grey Plover.
Check out the programme of free field trips on our website (link in bio).
#birding #ukbirding
Check out the programme of free field trips on our website (link in bio).
#birding #ukbirding
October 8, 2025 at 8:32 AM
On Monday's joint NDOC/BOC field trip to Pennington and Normandy marshes (Hants), we noted 65 species, including Little Stint, Spotted Redshank, Bar-tailed Godwit and Grey Plover.
Check out the programme of free field trips on our website (link in bio).
#birding #ukbirding
Check out the programme of free field trips on our website (link in bio).
#birding #ukbirding
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A flock of six Crossbill in the village yesterday was my 186th species of the year and my 95th within the parish boundary of my home village, Stratfield Mortimer.
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September 27, 2025 at 9:01 AM
A flock of six Crossbill in the village yesterday was my 186th species of the year and my 95th within the parish boundary of my home village, Stratfield Mortimer.
#berksbirds
#berksbirds
We noted 42 species on our recent field trip to Hosehill Lake, including Common Sandpiper, Sparrowhawk and Cetti's Warbler.
Thanks to Elaine Charlson for these pics of the Red-crested Pochards we saw. If you'd like to join us on a free walk, details are on the website (link in bio).
#berksbirds
Thanks to Elaine Charlson for these pics of the Red-crested Pochards we saw. If you'd like to join us on a free walk, details are on the website (link in bio).
#berksbirds
September 22, 2025 at 6:36 PM
We noted 42 species on our recent field trip to Hosehill Lake, including Common Sandpiper, Sparrowhawk and Cetti's Warbler.
Thanks to Elaine Charlson for these pics of the Red-crested Pochards we saw. If you'd like to join us on a free walk, details are on the website (link in bio).
#berksbirds
Thanks to Elaine Charlson for these pics of the Red-crested Pochards we saw. If you'd like to join us on a free walk, details are on the website (link in bio).
#berksbirds
Super September in Berkshire! Take Fobney Meadow, for example, it's been visited this month by Grey Phalarope, Whinchat, Redstart, Glossy Ibis, Spotted Flycatcher, as well as all the 'usual' birds. it's a mile from Reading town centre.
For a landlocked County, we do okay!
#berksbirds
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For a landlocked County, we do okay!
#berksbirds
#birding
September 16, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Super September in Berkshire! Take Fobney Meadow, for example, it's been visited this month by Grey Phalarope, Whinchat, Redstart, Glossy Ibis, Spotted Flycatcher, as well as all the 'usual' birds. it's a mile from Reading town centre.
For a landlocked County, we do okay!
#berksbirds
#birding
For a landlocked County, we do okay!
#berksbirds
#birding
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Was out in the rain watching the local glossy ibis at Fobney meadow this morning. It did clear up but it was still quite far away. #ukbirds #berksbirds
September 10, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Was out in the rain watching the local glossy ibis at Fobney meadow this morning. It did clear up but it was still quite far away. #ukbirds #berksbirds
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September 2, 2025 at 9:05 AM
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A whinchat just north of Fobney Meadows #berksbirds #ukbirds
September 3, 2025 at 3:13 PM
A whinchat just north of Fobney Meadows #berksbirds #ukbirds
Glossy Ibis was seen at three sites in the County yesterday. This one is still here this morning. Thanks for the photos Simon
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#berksbirds
Was out in the rain watching the local glossy ibis at Fobney meadow this morning. It did clear up but it was still quite far away. #ukbirds #berksbirds
September 10, 2025 at 11:22 AM
Glossy Ibis was seen at three sites in the County yesterday. This one is still here this morning. Thanks for the photos Simon
#berksbirds
#berksbirds
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Today was a day for juvenile waders at Berkshire's Queen Mother Reservoir. Two Ruff (only one in the photo) and Knot, passing through. These were my first Knot within the County - my 199th Berkshire bird.
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#berksbirds
August 27, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Today was a day for juvenile waders at Berkshire's Queen Mother Reservoir. Two Ruff (only one in the photo) and Knot, passing through. These were my first Knot within the County - my 199th Berkshire bird.
#berksbirds
#berksbirds
First BOC field trip of the season - joint with NDOC friends - Pagham Harbour & Medmerry. Highlights included Bar-tailed Godwit, Whimbrel, Cattle Egret and summer-plumage Grey Plover.
See our website for future events and come, join us.
#ukbirding
See our website for future events and come, join us.
#ukbirding
September 2, 2025 at 1:37 PM
First BOC field trip of the season - joint with NDOC friends - Pagham Harbour & Medmerry. Highlights included Bar-tailed Godwit, Whimbrel, Cattle Egret and summer-plumage Grey Plover.
See our website for future events and come, join us.
#ukbirding
See our website for future events and come, join us.
#ukbirding