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Peter Driver
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Artist. Birder #BerksBirds. @BerksBirdClub. #lowcarbonbirding.
See my stuff here: https://linktr.ee/peterdriverstudio
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scurry.bsky.social
Regretfully (for the sake of the authors and journal staff), I have this morning declined an invitation to review for a @royalsociety.org journal because of the Society’s continued refusal to stand up for its values in dealing with Elon Musk FRS.
Text of letter reads: “With apologies to the authors and to the staff at Royal Society Open Science who are blameless in all this, but I am not willing to devote time to review a Royal Society that continues to honour Elon Musk with its fellowship. Mr Musk stands in clear breach of the code of conduct which applies to all Fellows. He runs one of the most voluminous sources of misinformation on the planet (his social media platform X), to which he personally contributes without any regard for the Society's values of truth and evidence. Moreover, as head of DOGE he presided gleefully over the dismantling of USAID, an action hat has already lead to the deaths of an estimated 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. In the coming years millions more will die because of his actions. I am truly sickened by the Royal Society's failure to sand up for its values or indeed for umanity. Until I see a clear demonstration that it is prepared to enforce its code of conduct, I cannot see myself devoting time to reviewing for the Society's journals. Yours faithfully, Stephen Curry” P.S. Please feel free to forward this communication to the President of the Royal Society
November 14, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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peterbarnard.bsky.social
Broadcast this Thursday on @campradio.bsky.social , 13 Nov at 6pm CEST.
This edition of Outertones focuses on ‘overlap’, sounds that share space, intersect, and drift across one another.

Featuring Lamb, Vantzou, Castelló, Rasmussen & Corsano, Reich, Parkins & Mori, and Oliveros.
A close-up shot shows a page of sheet music with ten staves, each filled with what appear to be abstract or highly experimental musical notations. The lines and dots on the staves do not resemble traditional musical notes but instead form a series of disconnected, often jagged or flowing, ink marks. Each stave presents a unique pattern of these marks, suggesting a non-conventional approach to musical composition or a visual representation of sound rather than standard notation. The background is white, and the lines of the staves are black, as are the ink markings.
November 12, 2025 at 12:43 PM
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berksbirdclub.bsky.social
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
November 12, 2025 at 2:26 PM
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danicapriest.bsky.social
Next week MPs are voting on the fate of our protected wildlife and habitats. Lives are on the line so why isn’t this everywhere?

I’m asking our local politicians to stand up and say something about this dangerous bill

My piece in Bristol 24/7⬇️

www.bristol247.com/opinion/your...
'Our government is about to sign a "license to kill" wildlife and no one is talking about it'
Next week MPs are voting on the fate of our protected wildlife and habitats. Lives are on the line so why isn’t this everywhere?
www.bristol247.com
November 6, 2025 at 6:27 PM
peterdriver.bsky.social
It's not a great photo but it's mine. A Brambling, in my home village of Mortimer.
#berksbirds
November 7, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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rdgwhatson.bsky.social
@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...
Image of Mostar bridge, Herzegovina
November 4, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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ottoenglish.bsky.social
Thorough piece on Farage’s close colleague and friend Nathan Gill and the Kremlin cash he took

www.theguardian.com/news/ng-inte...
Reform UK, the Russian spy and rolls of Kremlin cash: the inside story of Nathan Gill
How did a former Mormon bishop end up pleading guilty to taking bribes to make statements in favour of Russia in the European parliament?
www.theguardian.com
November 1, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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debalmer.bsky.social
Timely reminder for everyone to continue to report all dead birds that you find to the links below for possible testing. It's also really valuable to submit to @birdtrack.bsky.social for monitoring purposes too.
btobirds.bsky.social BTO | British Trust for Ornithology @btobirds.bsky.social · Oct 4
⚠️ Please report sightings of dead birds for possible testing for Avian Influenza. ⬇️

📌 In England, Wales & Scotland: www.gov.uk/guidance/...
📌 In Northern Ireland: www.daera-ni.gov.uk/...
📌 In Republic of Ireland: aviancheck.apps.serv...

#UKBirding #BirdingWales #BirdingScotland
Image of a deceased Puffin lying on the ground. White wording on an orange background reads: Please report sightings of dead birds.
October 30, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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neilschofield.bsky.social
A reminder to fellow NT members - the Restore Trust lot are at it again, trying to insert ideology into NT’s curation of our heritage.

Don’t forget to vote for historical accuracy over politicised nostalgic fantasy
nationaltrust.org.uk National Trust @nationaltrust.org.uk · 19d
*Calling all members*

Get your votes in for our Annual General Meeting before it’s too late: buff.ly/reNDWPy

Voting closes midnight on 31 Oct.
A photo of two people at sunset, almost in silhouette from the lack of daylight, stood in winter jackets and hats on top of a hill. The searing orange of a sunset can be seen glowing up from behind a hill top in the distance. Text overlay on the image reads: It's your final call! don't miss your opportunity to vote.
October 29, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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ottoenglish.bsky.social
X is a cesspit led by an unhinged billionaire who is desperately trying to stir up civil war in Britain.

Nobody with any sense or decency should be there.

No organisations, government departments, or politicians should be there.

Everyone who is, is enabling this monster.
October 29, 2025 at 8:22 AM
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berksbirdclub.bsky.social
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
An image of the ancient city of Mostar, under a blue sky, featuring the Stari Most, which translates to "Old Bridge". A 16th-century Ottoman bridge, it connects the two parts of the city over the Neretva River and is a symbol of reconciliation after it was rebuilt in 2004 following its destruction in the 1990s. The text gives the title of the free talk: Herzegovina Spring Migration - Adriatic Flyway, by Denis Bohm. 7.30pm, Wednesday 5th November 2025, Room G44, Whiteknights Campus, University of Reading. It also provides a zoom link.
October 27, 2025 at 10:14 AM
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davidheniguk.bsky.social
Yay. Priceless. The right column at the right time. And a gleefully English two fingers to the haters.
October 25, 2025 at 7:38 AM
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berksbirdclub.bsky.social
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
October 18, 2025 at 6:24 PM
peterdriver.bsky.social
Be Brave, 2025, reduction woodcut print, 38x28cm
Selling fast, with just 5 prints left from an edition of 25.
Two charities: @readingrefugees & @suerydercharity Duchess of Kent Hospice each get 25 quid from every print sold.
Details on my online shop peterdriver.bigcartel.com
#woodcut #printmaking
October 23, 2025 at 8:58 AM
peterdriver.bsky.social
This Ruddy Shelduck was at WWT Welney, yesterday. The BOU list says
'Last recorded in an apparently wild state in 1946. All subsequent records are considered ... of British or European captive origin.'
Is its status under review? I've heard there may be a breeding population in Norfolk
#ornithology
October 22, 2025 at 1:16 PM
peterdriver.bsky.social
Nice (not-yet-lumped) Green-winged Teal at Welney WWT yesterday, from Lyle Hide.
I was surprised to see so many Whooper Swans have arrived already (no sign of any Bewick's Swans).
A Glossy Ibis dropped in briefly and a female/juv Ruddy Shelduck of unknown provenance was also present.
#ukbirding
October 22, 2025 at 7:44 AM
peterdriver.bsky.social
We had planned a day at Rutland Water today and spent a happy morning there but news of the American Golden Plover at Eyebrook Reservoir, sent us eight miles down the road. A filthy twitch? It would have been rude not to go. A lifer for me.

#ukbirding
October 20, 2025 at 6:26 PM
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iand777.bsky.social
As autumn progresses, Reed Buntings move out beyond the river valleys & begin to explore further afield.
I always give the House Sparrows a quick double-take, in case they are feeding amongst them.
Really delightful visitors to the garden but easily overlooked.
#ukbirds #nature 🌿🦉
October 12, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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berksbirdclub.bsky.social
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
October 11, 2025 at 9:04 AM
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stevedudley.bsky.social
As a county bird recorder I can honestly say that the best and easiest way for you to make your birding count, is to upload them to either eBird or BirdTrack. Doing so contributes directly to #ornithology and bird #conservation at both local and national levels.

#birdingScotland #birdingWales
The remarkable rise of eBird – the world’s biggest citizen science project
In 2002, an online database was set up allowing birdwatchers to record their species observations. It is now a vast resource, shaping scientific research.
theconversation.com
October 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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wadertales.bsky.social
Yesterday, IUCN declared the Slender-billed Curlew to be extinct.
How did we let this happen?
What lessons are there for the future?
WaderTales blog based on paper by Graeme Buchanan et al
wadertales.wordpress.com/2024/12/12/l...
#extinction #ornithology
October 11, 2025 at 5:58 AM
peterdriver.bsky.social
I was pleased to find a flock of 18 Golden Plover among the Lapwings in a field near my studio yesterday.
#berksbirds
October 10, 2025 at 8:04 AM
peterdriver.bsky.social
Yesterday, I joined my two local bird clubs for a joint day-trip to Pennington Marsh, Hants. We noted 63 species including Little Stint, Spotted Redshank, Bar-tailed Godwit and a nice Grey Plover moulting out of summer plumage.
The last of the swallows were still flitting about.
#ukbirding
October 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
peterdriver.bsky.social
A fine day in Berkshire. This morning I spent time with fellow Marshians stomping the marsh at Fobney Meadow to maintain the habitat.
After lunch the County Recorder found a juv. Ring-necked Duck on my local gravel pit - my first of the year.
#berksbirds
October 5, 2025 at 3:28 PM