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Gyorgy Szimuly (Szimi)
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I’ve been addicted to birding and bird conservation, nature education, shorebird conservation and bird monitoring for over 45 years. I founded World Shorebirds Day. Avid traveller for birds.
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It’s finally here. Months of preparation but The Ornithologist, a new online magazine portal is ready. I appreciate every share and mention. 🙏🏽
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The Ornithologist is an independent online magazine exploring bird science, conservation, migration, and the fascinating world of birds – delivered through thoughtful articles and expert insights.
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November 19, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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The world has lost Solstice, the last surviving female kākāpō from Stewart Island. Her life embodied the resilience of a species once thought lost—and her legacy lives on through generations of chicks that now define the future of the kākāpō.

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Farewell to Solstice: The Last Stewart Island Kākāpō Passes Away
The world has lost Solstice, the last surviving female kākāpō from Stewart Island. Her life embodied the resilience of a species once thought lost—and her legacy lives on through generations of chicks...
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November 17, 2025 at 2:21 AM
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Drones and deep learning are rewriting how we count seabirds. On the remote Bounty Islands, AI and 3D mapping reveal colonies with new clarity.

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Automating the Count: Advances in AI-Based Seabird Monitoring
Drones and deep learning are rewriting how we count seabirds. On the remote Bounty Islands, AI and 3D mapping reveal colonies with new clarity.
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November 15, 2025 at 10:59 PM
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The Blue-eyed Ground Dove has been confirmed as the only living member of the ancient genus Oxypelia. New genetic evidence reveals its deep evolutionary roots and the urgency of conserving its Cerrado refuge.

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A lost dove, a revived genus: new genetic evidence redefines one of Brazil’s rarest birds
Blue-eyed Ground Dove has been confirmed as the only living member of the ancient genus Oxypelia. New genetic evidence reveals its deep evolutionary roots and the urgency of conserving its Cerrado ref...
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November 11, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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In a world torn by wars and crises, bird conservation can seem irrelevant. Yet to protect life itself is not indulgence – it’s resistance.

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In Defence of Bird Conservation in a Broken World
In a world torn by wars and crises, bird conservation can seem irrelevant. Yet to protect life itself is not indulgence – it’s resistance.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:27 PM
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A new study shows that for juvenile White Storks, migration is written in the calendar. Fledging just days earlier or later can decide which continent they’ll winter on — and that choice may last a lifetime.

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Timing Shapes Flyway Selection in Juvenile White Storks
A new study shows that for juvenile White Storks, migration is written in the calendar. Fledging just days earlier or later can decide which continent they’ll winter on — and that choice may last a li...
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October 19, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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As climate change fuels stronger storms, African Oystercatchers face days without feeding — a quiet threat revealed by new research from South Africa.

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Beyond the Tide: Assessing Storm Impacts on African Oystercatchers
As climate change fuels stronger storms, African Oystercatchers face days without feeding — a quiet threat revealed by new research from South Africa.
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October 13, 2025 at 10:07 PM
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Common birds are driving North America’s declines. Their disappearance is a global conservation blind spot.

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North America’s Bird Declines Reveal a Global Conservation Blind Spot
Common birds are driving North America’s declines. Their disappearance is a global conservation blind spot.
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October 4, 2025 at 2:33 AM
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Europe’s rarest songbird is running out of time – and out of wetlands. As droughts cancel translocations and habitats dry, can the Aquatic Warbler survive a changing climate? A powerful editorial on crisis, resilience, and the future of marshland birds.

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No Rain, No Refuge: The Aquatic Warbler’s Breeding Crisis
Europe’s rarest songbird is running out of time – and out of wetlands. As droughts cancel translocations and habitats dry, can the Aquatic Warbler survive a changing climate? A powerful editorial on c...
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September 27, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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Why do some shorebirds delay breeding by a year or more? A new study reveals how coastal environments shape avian maturity through behavioural challenges.

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Why Wait to Grow Up? Shorebirds' Delayed Maturity Tied to Coastal Living
Why do some shorebirds delay breeding by a year or more? A new study reveals how coastal environments shape avian maturity through behavioural challenges.
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September 23, 2025 at 4:38 AM
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September 21, 2025 at 12:35 AM
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The Saker Falcon’s recovery is a flagship success in Hungary — but across Europe, extinction risk still looms large.

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Saker Falcon on Thin Ice: Uneven Recovery Across Europe
The Saker Falcon’s recovery is a flagship success in Hungary — but across Europe, extinction risk still looms large.
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September 17, 2025 at 12:51 AM
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September 13, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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Resilience written in physiology: a Dunlin marked in Hungary turned up in Spain 13 days later. Here’s how depleted birds still make the journey.

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Running on Empty: How a Dunlin Crossed Europe Without Reserves
Resilience written in physiology: a Dunlin marked in Hungary turned up in Spain 13 days later. Here’s how depleted birds still make the journey.
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September 13, 2025 at 3:44 AM
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This World Shorebirds Day, we look back on the past 12 months: the victories, the setbacks, and the urgent work still ahead for wetlands and migrants.

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Shorebirds, one year on: what we won, what we lost, and what must come next
This World Shorebirds Day, we look back on the past year: the victories, the setbacks, and the urgent work still ahead for wetlands and migrants.
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September 6, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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The Black-winged Kite breeds in Hungary for the first time. Another step in the northward march of Mediterranean species.

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First confirmed breeding of the Black-winged Kite in Hungary
The Black-winged Kite breeds in Hungary for the first time. Another step in the northward march of Mediterranean species.
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September 5, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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The Limpkin wasn’t expected to colonise wetlands in Wisconsin or Ontario — but it has. This overlooked wader is taking advantage of invasive snails, adapting quickly, and redrawing its range map.

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A Stranger in the Wetlands: Limpkin Range Expansion Redraws the Map
The Limpkin wasn’t expected to colonise wetlands in Wisconsin or Ontario — but it has. This overlooked wader is taking advantage of invasive snails, adapting quickly, and redrawing its range map.
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September 3, 2025 at 2:06 AM
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New research shows young Steppe Eagles take riskier routes through human landscapes, while adults learn to avoid them.

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Instinct vs. Experience: Steppe Eagles Learn to Migrate Safely
New research shows young Steppe Eagles take riskier routes through human landscapes, while adults learn to avoid them.
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August 30, 2025 at 3:39 AM
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Millions of shorebirds traverse continents each year – and now there’s a week to celebrate their journey and those protecting them.

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The WHSRN Week: Flying over the World Shorebird Day
Millions of shorebirds traverse continents each year – and now there’s a week to celebrate their journey and those protecting them.
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August 21, 2025 at 3:17 AM
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Celebrate World Shorebirds Day with us – and support independent bird journalism. For a limited time, new members get 50% off for 3 months or 15% off yearly plans. Explore the offer: https://theornith...
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August 16, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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GPS data shows Pied Avocets break migration into long, leisurely stopovers – a strategy that reshapes our view of wader travel.

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Stopover Ecology in Motion: GPS Insights into Pied Avocet Migration
GPS data shows Pied Avocets break migration into long, leisurely stopovers – a strategy that reshapes our view of wader travel.
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August 13, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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In Australia’s rainforests, the Paradise Riflebird turns courtship into art – impossible wing arcs, flashes of colour, and sharp snaps in perfect time.

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Engineering Elegance: The Paradise Riflebird As Nature’s Most Theatrical Engineer
In Australia’s rainforests, the Paradise Riflebird turns courtship into art – impossible wing arcs, flashes of colour, and sharp snaps in perfect time.
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August 9, 2025 at 2:51 AM
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A fresh look for The Ornithologist!
Our new publication image – a stunning Sand Partridge by Jérémy Calvo – sets the tone for bold, beautiful bird stories.

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The Ornithologist is an independent online magazine exploring bird science, conservation, migration, and the fascinating world of birds – delivered through thoughtful articles and expert insights.
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August 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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The European Roller isn’t just a European migrant. One tagged bird reached China – far beyond expected routes. With each flight tracked, its true journey is unfolding.

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From Kruger to Xinjiang: Tracking the European Roller’s Epic Journey
The European Roller has long been seen as a European migrant, but satellite tracking tells a more intricate tale. One tagged bird ended up in China, far from expected paths. With each flight logged, t...
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August 5, 2025 at 2:21 AM
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August 4, 2025 at 1:02 AM