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The Secrets of Owl Feathers
Having discovered two moulted Tawny Owl feathers in his garden, local naturalist, Christopher Wren, takes a closer look at what makes these marvels of nature so special….
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Lockdown, a poem by Michael Powell
Inspired by walks in scenic Weardale, Michael Powell shares a poem highlighting the importance of nature during the testing days of lockdown….
Citizen Science ›
Species on the map: the basics of wildlife recording
In the first in a new series, Charlotte Rankin explores how you can make the most of your sightings through wildlife recording….
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Wilderness on Our Doorstep
For local naturalist, Keith Buchanan, the beautiful North Pennines offered relief and escapism during lockdown….
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A Ringer’s Year: January 2021
Ornithologist, Phil Hanmer, shares a January update summarising bird monitoring across North Northumberland at the start of a new year….
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Bring Back the Cacophony
In his second set of lockdown reflections, Alan Charlton wishes for nothing more than the return of sound following months of silence….
Botany ›
The Hidden World of Bryophytes in the North East
Naturalist, Ryan Clark, explores the hidden world of Bryophytes in the North East, sharing the species you could find on your walks across the region….
Botany | Bryophytes | Liverwort | Moss
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A Lockdown Note
For local naturalist, Ian Burnell, lockdown provided the opportunity to observe and admire the wildlife of his home patch in…
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A Ringers Year: Willow Tits, Marsh Tits and the shenanigans of swans
Explore a December update from North East ornithologist, Phil Hanmer, featuring scarce tits and the shenanigans of swans. Within the…
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Lockdown Birding on the Fringe
For local naturalist, Mike Carr, lockdown provided the opportunity to study and enjoy nature close to home in Gosforth….