Paul Anderson
@oldtimebirder59.bsky.social
Birder. Mainly County Durham Cleveland and Northumberland
@ianfoster1971.bsky.social
2/2 it was on BG at dusk reported as in dunes (the original spot where potentially could roost) but it was so obvious that if not seen today likely gone.
It’s low tide now and there is plenty of cliff edge and stony shore to the north which is less disturbed so maybe 🤷♂️
2/2 it was on BG at dusk reported as in dunes (the original spot where potentially could roost) but it was so obvious that if not seen today likely gone.
It’s low tide now and there is plenty of cliff edge and stony shore to the north which is less disturbed so maybe 🤷♂️
September 26, 2025 at 9:43 AM
@ianfoster1971.bsky.social
2/2 it was on BG at dusk reported as in dunes (the original spot where potentially could roost) but it was so obvious that if not seen today likely gone.
It’s low tide now and there is plenty of cliff edge and stony shore to the north which is less disturbed so maybe 🤷♂️
2/2 it was on BG at dusk reported as in dunes (the original spot where potentially could roost) but it was so obvious that if not seen today likely gone.
It’s low tide now and there is plenty of cliff edge and stony shore to the north which is less disturbed so maybe 🤷♂️
@ianfoster1971.bsky.social re the Issy Wheatear Ian it was ranging over 200m south of the original spot about 17:30 last but was feeding on beach with Pied Wags and as it was approaching high tide was a bit mobile with less space for dog walkers. Not too bothered by people but wary of dogs. 1/2
September 26, 2025 at 9:39 AM
@ianfoster1971.bsky.social re the Issy Wheatear Ian it was ranging over 200m south of the original spot about 17:30 last but was feeding on beach with Pied Wags and as it was approaching high tide was a bit mobile with less space for dog walkers. Not too bothered by people but wary of dogs. 1/2
Appalling Paul
There ought to be some discretion applied in relation to individual circumstances but sadly for companies like the it’s more often about profit not people.
There ought to be some discretion applied in relation to individual circumstances but sadly for companies like the it’s more often about profit not people.
I'd appreciate it if this could be re posted by as many people as possible to highlight this greedy firm. Apparently if your Husband is rushed to hospital and you get there urgently (following the ambulance) you still have to read the conditions on the sign & appeal failed. @england.nhs.uk use them
May 17, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Appalling Paul
There ought to be some discretion applied in relation to individual circumstances but sadly for companies like the it’s more often about profit not people.
There ought to be some discretion applied in relation to individual circumstances but sadly for companies like the it’s more often about profit not people.
Well @stewchat.bsky.social what a difference a day makes - l see it hit 21c at Boulmer today and was almost as warm here on the Durham coast. My first Swallow today seems tardy compared to other parts of UK but would have been considered early when l started birding in 1970s. Expecting more tomorrow
April 10, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Well @stewchat.bsky.social what a difference a day makes - l see it hit 21c at Boulmer today and was almost as warm here on the Durham coast. My first Swallow today seems tardy compared to other parts of UK but would have been considered early when l started birding in 1970s. Expecting more tomorrow
Drake American Wigeon still on west side of main lake at Milkhope on Blagdon Estate occasionally in on but mostly tucked away in edge of reeds. #NEbirding #UKbirding
January 25, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Drake American Wigeon still on west side of main lake at Milkhope on Blagdon Estate occasionally in on but mostly tucked away in edge of reeds. #NEbirding #UKbirding
January 25, 2025 at 1:31 PM
Drake American Wigeon still on west side of main lake at Milkhope on Blagdon Estate occasionally in on but mostly tucked away in edge of reeds. #NEbirding #UKbirding
@scopsdenebirding.bsky.social about time you got on here!
December 31, 2024 at 4:10 PM
@scopsdenebirding.bsky.social about time you got on here!
@ianfoster1971.bsky.social welcome Ian
December 29, 2024 at 6:30 PM
@ianfoster1971.bsky.social welcome Ian
@bobster1965.bsky.social welcome to BlueSky Rob. Belated Merry Xmas and here’s 🥃 to a Happy Hogmanay and bird filled 2025
December 26, 2024 at 8:11 AM
@bobster1965.bsky.social welcome to BlueSky Rob. Belated Merry Xmas and here’s 🥃 to a Happy Hogmanay and bird filled 2025
@geofficeton.bsky.social welcome geoff
December 20, 2024 at 12:53 PM
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December 18, 2024 at 11:34 AM
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December 18, 2024 at 11:33 AM
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Well done Gary 👏👏👏
A mesmerising Little Auk image by Gary Woodburn wins today's Photo of the Week accolade: bit.ly/4g3Kj5q
Photo of the Week: 18-24 November 2024
Gary Woodburn wins BirdGuides Photo of the Week for 18-24 November 2024 with his mesmerising Little Auk image.
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November 25, 2024 at 7:24 PM
Well done Gary 👏👏👏
Hendon Sunderland 12:30-14:00
A very chilly watch but after missing out yesterday through work caught up with 7 Little Auks today. Few ducks moving and up to seven species of wader on beach with 80+ Dunlin moving north slightly offshore somewhat unusual.
A very chilly watch but after missing out yesterday through work caught up with 7 Little Auks today. Few ducks moving and up to seven species of wader on beach with 80+ Dunlin moving north slightly offshore somewhat unusual.
November 20, 2024 at 3:21 PM
Hendon Sunderland 12:30-14:00
A very chilly watch but after missing out yesterday through work caught up with 7 Little Auks today. Few ducks moving and up to seven species of wader on beach with 80+ Dunlin moving north slightly offshore somewhat unusual.
A very chilly watch but after missing out yesterday through work caught up with 7 Little Auks today. Few ducks moving and up to seven species of wader on beach with 80+ Dunlin moving north slightly offshore somewhat unusual.
Another autumn check of the bottom lake at Silksworth which looks absolutely spot on for colonisation by Cetti’s. Not yet though, but a first (for me anyway) at the site of Little Egret, and 2 Goosander on the top (main) lake where they are regularly seen.
November 14, 2024 at 2:28 PM
Another autumn check of the bottom lake at Silksworth which looks absolutely spot on for colonisation by Cetti’s. Not yet though, but a first (for me anyway) at the site of Little Egret, and 2 Goosander on the top (main) lake where they are regularly seen.
Or even #birdingNE #birdingUK
Had a run up to sunny Bamburgh today where despite choppy seas the drake White winged Scoter found by Ross Ahmed showed reasonable well at x50 in scope. Bonaparte’s Gull as elusive as ever - no sign. Still couple of pretty late juv Arctic Terns about #NEbirding #UKbirding
October 24, 2024 at 1:49 PM
Or even #birdingNE #birdingUK
Had a run up to sunny Bamburgh today where despite choppy seas the drake White winged Scoter found by Ross Ahmed showed reasonable well at x50 in scope. Bonaparte’s Gull as elusive as ever - no sign. Still couple of pretty late juv Arctic Terns about #NEbirding #UKbirding
October 24, 2024 at 1:48 PM
Had a run up to sunny Bamburgh today where despite choppy seas the drake White winged Scoter found by Ross Ahmed showed reasonable well at x50 in scope. Bonaparte’s Gull as elusive as ever - no sign. Still couple of pretty late juv Arctic Terns about #NEbirding #UKbirding
But where the hell does it go in the winter?
Bonaparte’s Gull at Stag Rocks, Bamburgh this morning, always a pleasure to see this on its annual visits to Northumberland #RareBirdsUK
October 23, 2024 at 7:43 PM
But where the hell does it go in the winter?
A late report of one at Cannock Chase in Staffs yesterday so not quite as bleak as l thought 🤞
It seems ridiculous to me that it is FIFTY years to the day that l found my first “rarity” a cracking Great Grey Shrike. In reality they were a scarce winter visitor then but nowadays they are approaching if not already at true rarity status. Quite sad to see not one bird reported anywhere today😞
October 23, 2024 at 7:53 AM
A late report of one at Cannock Chase in Staffs yesterday so not quite as bleak as l thought 🤞
It seems ridiculous to me that it is FIFTY years to the day that l found my first “rarity” a cracking Great Grey Shrike. In reality they were a scarce winter visitor then but nowadays they are approaching if not already at true rarity status. Quite sad to see not one bird reported anywhere today😞
October 22, 2024 at 5:41 PM
It seems ridiculous to me that it is FIFTY years to the day that l found my first “rarity” a cracking Great Grey Shrike. In reality they were a scarce winter visitor then but nowadays they are approaching if not already at true rarity status. Quite sad to see not one bird reported anywhere today😞
Very disappointing seawatch at Hendon today after yesterday’s incessant rain and strong NE it was still strong N blow but very few birds moving and light often poor. 20 Barnacles and a juv Pom in 2 hours says it all #NEbirding
September 27, 2024 at 9:00 AM
Very disappointing seawatch at Hendon today after yesterday’s incessant rain and strong NE it was still strong N blow but very few birds moving and light often poor. 20 Barnacles and a juv Pom in 2 hours says it all #NEbirding
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flock of 40 (yes 40!) Great white egrets currently flying west up the Humber off Sammy’s Point
#Spurnbirds
#Spurnbirds
September 18, 2024 at 3:21 PM
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Bluesky now has over 10 million users, and I was #6,233,215!
September 18, 2024 at 1:58 PM
Bluesky now has over 10 million users, and I was #6,233,215!
Plenty of mud showing at Lambton Pond (Chartershaugh) and a reasonable selection of waders with 5 Blackwit, 4 Green Sands, Greenshank and Ruff (Spotshank and 16 Blackwits first thing per SE). Nothing of note Boldon Flats or SAFC Academy Flash. #NEbirding
September 13, 2024 at 3:37 PM
Plenty of mud showing at Lambton Pond (Chartershaugh) and a reasonable selection of waders with 5 Blackwit, 4 Green Sands, Greenshank and Ruff (Spotshank and 16 Blackwits first thing per SE). Nothing of note Boldon Flats or SAFC Academy Flash. #NEbirding
Lovely close Cory’s at Hendon this afternoon showed very well north up the coast. There’s a cracking photo by @whitburnbirds.bsky.social
September 6, 2024 at 4:50 PM
Lovely close Cory’s at Hendon this afternoon showed very well north up the coast. There’s a cracking photo by @whitburnbirds.bsky.social