Could it be a Quail year? We've seen a big increase in reports of this elusive migrant gamebird in the last two weeks. Reports don't usually peak until late June, so it will be interesting to see whether the influx continues into the summer #ukbirding
Matt D
BirdTrack
12 days actually, come on Matt
Tropical heron spotted in UK for first time as more exotic birds arrive to thrill birdwatchers
Matt D
Quite possibly the best ever Lincs birding report so far… 😀
It seems like a long time since I managed a new bird for the year (2 whole weeks!). Failed again on Spot Fly, but managed a brief Whinchat. This was bird #249 of the year. #crapbirdpics #birds #ukbirds #whinchat #southyorksbirding #birdsseenin2026
Nice to catch up with @pwoodsbirder.bsky.social and @donnybirder.bsky.social yesterday again also.
White-rumped Sandpiper, emerging from behind the Coot, this evening at Langford Lowfields. Great find by @notbirdingnick.bsky.social. First for site and only 2nd record for Notts. #248 for year. #birds #ukbirding #nottsbirding #birdsseenin2026
Appearance of a western reef heron in north Wales is unlikely to be the last, as heating temperatures mean species can survive Britain’s winter, say experts
It is a tropical bird typically encountered between west Africa and India, but last week a western reef heron arrived in north Wales in what is believed to be the first ever sighting in the UK.
The heron was first spotted in Foryd Bay at the weekend before flying to nearby Caernarfon harbour where it fed among the boats. Continue reading...
