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Throughout autumn, hills on the west coast of Scotland echo with the sound of Red Deer stags roaring during their breeding season 🦌

📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social

#RedDeer #WildlifePhotography #ScottishWildlife
November 19, 2025 at 10:12 AM
The new Opticron Natura WA ED binoculars have fast become a firm favourite ✨

Weighing less than 750g, they feel comfortable and lightweight yet, robust in the hand - a midsize binocular perfect for prolonged use in the field that delivers a bright, wide field of view with stunning clarity.
November 18, 2025 at 9:40 AM
Are you searching for an 80mm scope that's both compact and affordable? 🔭

Take a look at the Opticron MM3 80 GA ED - a fieldscope designed to offer the best possible performance in the smallest package at the most affordable price ✨

www.opticron.co.uk/our-products/fieldscopes/mm3-fieldscopes
November 17, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Come along to one of our upcoming Try & Buy events with @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social to shop a range of optics & accessories. We may have that perfect Christmas gift you've been searching for! 🎄

21/11 @bbowt.bsky.social
28/11 @wildlifebcn.org
29/11 @sussexwildlife.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 1:46 PM
It's giveaway time! 🎁

We've got three 2026 Scottish Wildlife calendars up for grabs by photographer @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social

To find out how to enter, make sure you subscribe to our newsletter before 4pm tomorrow at the link below 👇

www.opticron.co.uk/newsletter
November 11, 2025 at 12:12 PM
Once close to local extinction in the UK, Red Kites are now a popular site in many parts of Wales, Scotland and England thanks to one of the most successful raptor reintroduction programmes 🦅

📷 Charlotte O'Shea
November 6, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Supplied with a detachable harness and carry strap, the new Opticron binocular case is a durable, high quality accessory that offers protection and comfort when carrying your binoculars.

Available now in black, green and brown: www.opticron.co.uk/our-products/cases/binocular-case-and-harness
November 4, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Looking for a gift for a special nature lover in your life? 🎁

Why not come along to one of our Try & Buy events this week to see our range of binoculars, scopes & accessories and get some friendly, helpful advice from one our optics experts!

@warwickshirewt.bsky.social @yorkswildlife.bsky.social
November 4, 2025 at 10:33 AM
Come rain or shine don’t let the weather stop you getting outdoors this autumn 🌧️🍂

Equipped with a pleasingly wide field of view, high-quality optical system and durable rubber armour, the new Natura WA ED binoculars are perfect for prolonged use during those darker hours and gloomier days!
September 30, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Are you looking to invest in some binoculars to bring you closer to nature this autumn? Why not come along to one of our Try & Buy events this month! 🍂🍄

04/10 Rye Harbour Discovery Centre @sussexwildlife.bsky.social
10/10 Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre @bbowt.bsky.social
September 26, 2025 at 8:57 AM
When it comes to confident bird ID, it's all about the details 🪶

If you're looking for an upgrade from your first binoculars and want to elevate your birdwatching experience, consider the Explorer WA ED-R: www.opticron.co.uk/our-products/binoculars/explorer-wa-ed-r-binoculars

#BirdingGear
September 25, 2025 at 8:58 AM
Gannets can take up to five years to get their full adult plumage. As chicks, they’re covered in fine downy feathers. Renowned for their strong mating bonds and good parenting, Gannets share responsibilities and take turns to fish and care for their single chick 🐟

📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social
September 17, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Interested in trying out some new optics? Come along to one of our Try & Buy events this week!

17/09 Summer Leys @wildlifebcn.org
18/09 Brandon Marsh @warwickshirewt.bsky.social
19/09 Potteric Carr @yorkswildlife.bsky.social
21/09 College Lake @bbowt.bsky.social

#BirdingGear
September 16, 2025 at 9:32 AM
Who's ready for autumn adventures?

Golden sunrises, crisp leaves underfoot, thrushes feasting on berries, waders & wildfowl congregating in masses... what's not to love! 🍂
September 11, 2025 at 1:14 PM
Fun-sized as their name suggests, Small Coppers are a distinctive orange-red butterfly. They favour sunny grassland habitats, where they can often be seen flitting around the yellow flowers of Common Ragwort.

📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social

#SmallCopper #SaveButterflies #ButterflyConservation
September 10, 2025 at 11:23 AM
The Natura WP PC - a durable, high quality compact binocular that offers a serious alternative to larger optics ✨

▪️Japanese design
▪️Fully multi-coated optical system
▪️Twin hinge body
▪️Ultra compact

Available in 8x25 and 10x25 with a 10 year guarantee.

#BirdingGear
September 9, 2025 at 10:56 AM
We've got two exciting events coming up this week!

10/09 High Tide Event at Gibraltar Point with @lincswildlife.bsky.social
12/09-14/09 Migfest at Spurn Bird Observatory @spurnbirdobs.bsky.social

See you there!

#UKBirding
September 8, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Claim £100 cashback when you buy a new Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 or 10x42!

Shop now: www.opticron.co.uk/our-products/binoculars/aurora-bga-vhd-binoculars

Offer ends 31.12.2025 and is subject to availability.

#BirdingGear
September 5, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Hands up if you're going to this year's Migfest 🙌

From the 12th to the 14th of September we'll be at
Spurn with a selection of binoculars, scopes and accessories for you to try and buy, including the new Natura WA ED binoculars!

@spurnbirdobs.bsky.social
@btobirds.bsky.social

#Migfest2025
September 5, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Opticron travelscopes are the #1 choice for thousands of users the world over, offering a practical solution when you need to keep your kit lightweight and compact to fit in your luggage but don't want to miss out on quality, long-range observation while overseas ✈️
www.opticron.co.uk/our-products...
August 27, 2025 at 10:26 AM
If you see a flick of black and red amongst long grass on a sunny day, it might be a Six-spot Burnet Moth!

These striking insects are often mistaken for butterflies and can be seen in grassland habitats containing Thistles and Ragwort from mid-June to late August.

#MothsMatter #Six-spotBurnet
August 26, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Don't forget to enter your best seabird photographs to the Scottish Seabird Centre's Photography Competition before Friday the 29th for a chance to win fantastic prizes, including a landing trip to Bass Rock and £500 worth of Opticron vouchers 🌊

Find out more 👉 www.seabird.org/scottish-sea...
August 21, 2025 at 10:57 AM
With long tail streamers that have given them the nickname “sea swallows”, Common Terns can often be seen diving for fish. Their noisy squawking contrasts with their elegant plumage and slender wings.

📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social

#CommonTern #Wildlife #WildlifePhotography
August 14, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Have you done your #BigButterflyCount? 🦋

If not, don't worry, there's still time to join in this weekend! Spend 15 minutes outdoors recording what you see, this can be in your garden, local park or any outdoor space 🌳

Find out more 👉 @savebutterflies.bsky.social

📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social
August 8, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Experience nature on your family adventures with the Savanna R PC Oasis 🌿🦋🌼🥾

Features include:
●Slim, dual hinge design for smaller hands & faces
●Fully multi-coated optics for class-leading light transmission
●Textured rubber armour & nitrogen waterproof
●Lightweight polycarbonate & alloy body
August 7, 2025 at 11:53 AM