In part 1 of this blog we introduced some of the more common waders and tips on how to identify them. In this part, Ranger Mel goes into more detail and looks at some of the similar species that can easily be confused. Dunlin Vs Knot Dunlins have dark legs and a black bill. Of our 3 reference species these … Read More
Birding Basics – The Wonderful World of Wader ID – Part 1
In the next instalment of our Birding Basics series, Ranger Mel takes us on a journey through the wonderful world of waders and shares some handy hints and tips to help you identify the ones we see in north Kent. There is a short video clip to help you practice at the end and part 2 will follow this Friday. … Read More
Birding Basics – Quacks and whistles, how to ID ducks by sound.
Welcome to part 3 of our Duck ID blogs. In this final part, Ranger Julie explains how you can use sound to identify different ducks out on the north Kent coast. We’ve included some video clips to help so you don’t even need to leave the house to practice! Quacks Like a Duck, Must be a Duck: ID part 3 … Read More
Birding Basics – Hello Ducky
The current lockdown restrictions might mean we can’t get out very much to watch birds, but that doesn’t mean we can’t brush up on some ID skills at home. This week we are bringing you three articles to help you ID ducks from the comfort and safety of your own home. In part 1, Ranger Julie introduces us to some … Read More
Birding Basics – Time and Tide Wait for No Birdwatcher!
So, you’ve got your field guide, chosen your binoculars or scope and now its time to get out to the coast and get some birdwatching practice. In the fourth instalment of our Birding Basics series, Ranger Julie navigates her way through tides and explains how to predict the best time to go bird watching to maximise the number of birds … Read More
Birding Basics – Scoping out a better view
Once some individuals have mastered the art of birding with binoculars, sometimes a little frustration can start to creep in: the desire for more magnification! Telescopes (or spotting scopes as birders call them) can be the solution and if you have ever been next to someone using one, and they offer you a peek through their lens, everything becomes crystal … Read More