Bird Watching

Bird Watching is Britain’s best-selling birdwatching magazine. Each issue is packed with expert advice on when, where and how to see more birds, from common garden visitors to the most elusive rarities. There are features from some of British birdwatching’s best-known names, superbly illustrated by the work of the world’s best bird photographers, plus comprehensive coverage of all the latest sightings, guides to the best birdwatching sites, ID masterclasses, news and reviews of all the latest gear.

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BIRDING QUESTION

YOUR BIRDING MONTH • AUGUST

FIVE TO FIND IN AUGUST • August is traditionally the month of summer holidays. But in the world of birding, it is the start of autumn. Indeed, some birders declare autumn has begun in July! Whatever the season, there are birds on the move. Rare and common birds. Here are some juicy rarities and a couple of more common birds you may want to look for this August.

RARITY PREDICTOR

Little Gull

TUBENOSES IN NUMBERS

QUAIL SONG

Juvenile waders

Some scarce passage migrants • This month, we look at a few of the much-sought-after scarce passage migrants which turn up annually in late August. Good luck seeing any or all of these crackers!

UK TIDES AUGUST • The times below are for high tide, when waders and wildfowl will be pushed closer to dry land...

Beyond Birdwatching • August is about relaxing, getting outside and enjoying wildlife, says James Lowen.

Weedon’s World • Mike has been trying to make the most of the warm days of June, and the long daylight hours of midsummer

Taking action against poachers and trappers • One man’s quest to raise money and awareness in the fight against cruelty to birds

Grumpy Old Birder • This month, Bo toils in his garden to help produce an oasis of calm, that’s free of stress...

NEWS IN BRIEF

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(Global) BIRDFAIR is back! • It’s here! From 15-17 July, the first Global Birdfair will take place at the Rutland Showground, Oakham.

Wild nights OUT • Thirty-minute birder Amanda Tuke goes out late in search of singing and dancing.

What can I do? • The natural world needs you! We’ve all got the power to help improve the environment around us...

Black BEAUTY • The Chough is not an easy bird to find, but a trip out west is well worth it for a glimpse of this coastal acrobat

Keeping an eye on Cornwall’s birdlife • A look at the passionate and dedicated people who cherish, protect and monitor birds in the UK’s far south west

Walk like an EGYPTIAN! • Getting up close and personal with these striking birds is a moment that will stick in the memory...

IDChallenge • This month’s challenge is all about the identification of August waders

Answers & solutions • Check your answers against our explanations. Remember, there are no ‘trick’ birds or extreme rarities among these...

ID Tips & tricks • Here are a few extra tips to help you identify August waders

GO BIRDING • 10 GREAT SITES FOR BRILLIANT BIRDWATCHING

Yellowhammer • Far from just a summer bird, this colourful character is with us year-round, and wants you to know it.

Fantastic BEASTS • BW editor Matt Merritt catches up with Aesop’s Animals author Jo Wimpenny to see how much science is behind the myths…

Reader Shots

YOURVIEW • PHOTOS, LETTER, TWEETS, QUESTIONS – HAVE YOUR SAY

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Join the Bird Watching team for some fabulous birding in the Scottish Highlands this autumn… • Autumn in Scotland means rich wildlife potential in a gloriously colourful countryside, and you can join us there for an exclusive trip from: 23 October...