Links
The following links will take you directly to some of my favourite and/or most frequently visited nature/conservation and photography related websites. I hope you find them useful/interesting -
My Kingfisher Diary (with photos) - on Wild About Britain (WAB)
Between March 2007 and August 2009 I maintained two 'Kingfisher Diary (with photos)' threads on a community-based website called 'Wild About Britain' (WAB), in which I chronicled the breeding activities and behaviour of our local birds throughout three breeding seasons and the raising of several broods of young.
Between them these two 'Diary' threads include some 140 photos illustrating almost every aspect of Kingfisher behaviour and have proved to be amongst the most popular threads on WAB, attracting total combined viewings of more than 28,600 and some 388 comments at the time of writing.
For anyone interested in Kingfishers these 'Diaries' are, if I may say so, well worth a visit. Here's a couple of links -
for the 2007 & 2008 breeding seasons -http://www.wildaboutbritain.co.uk/forums/british-birds/9791-kingfisher-diary-photos.html
and for the 2009 breeding season -
http://www.wildaboutbritain.co.uk/forums/british-birds/48727-kingfisher-diary-2009-photos.html
Between March 2007 and August 2009 I maintained two 'Kingfisher Diary (with photos)' threads on a community-based website called 'Wild About Britain' (WAB), in which I chronicled the breeding activities and behaviour of our local birds throughout three breeding seasons and the raising of several broods of young.
Between them these two 'Diary' threads include some 140 photos illustrating almost every aspect of Kingfisher behaviour and have proved to be amongst the most popular threads on WAB, attracting total combined viewings of more than 28,600 and some 388 comments at the time of writing.
For anyone interested in Kingfishers these 'Diaries' are, if I may say so, well worth a visit. Here's a couple of links -
for the 2007 & 2008 breeding seasons -http://www.wildaboutbritain.co.uk/forums/british-birds/9791-kingfisher-diary-photos.html
and for the 2009 breeding season -
http://www.wildaboutbritain.co.uk/forums/british-birds/48727-kingfisher-diary-2009-photos.html
My Barn Owl Diary (with photos) - on Wild About Britain (WAB)
Also, during 2008 I maintained a 'Barn Owl Diary (with photos)' on WAB, again recording the activities of a local breeding pair of these farmland favourites.
I'm pleased to say that despite 2008 being generally quite a bad year for Barn Owls, this pair managed to successfully raise three beautiful youngsters and, although not as detailed as my 'Kingfisher Diary', this 'Barn Owl Diary' features some 40 photos and has again proved to be very well received on WAB. Here's a link -
http://www.wildaboutbritain.co.uk/forums/british-birds/22395-barn-owl-diary-photos.html
Please see the separate 'Kingfisher & Barn Owl Diaries' page in the menu alongside for more details.
Also, during 2008 I maintained a 'Barn Owl Diary (with photos)' on WAB, again recording the activities of a local breeding pair of these farmland favourites.
I'm pleased to say that despite 2008 being generally quite a bad year for Barn Owls, this pair managed to successfully raise three beautiful youngsters and, although not as detailed as my 'Kingfisher Diary', this 'Barn Owl Diary' features some 40 photos and has again proved to be very well received on WAB. Here's a link -
http://www.wildaboutbritain.co.uk/forums/british-birds/22395-barn-owl-diary-photos.html
Please see the separate 'Kingfisher & Barn Owl Diaries' page in the menu alongside for more details.
Beds, Cambs & Northants Wildlife Trust
our local 'three counties' Wildlife Trust
our local 'three counties' Wildlife Trust
BirdForum
BirdForum is the net's largest birding community, dedicated to wild birds and birding, and is absolutely FREE!
BirdForum is the net's largest birding community, dedicated to wild birds and birding, and is absolutely FREE!
BirdGuides
"BirdGuides brings you better birding through technology. We offer up-to-the-minute news and views on British and Irish birds, comprehensive online and mobile reference, a huge photo library and the best products for birdwatchers everywhere".
"BirdGuides brings you better birding through technology. We offer up-to-the-minute news and views on British and Irish birds, comprehensive online and mobile reference, a huge photo library and the best products for birdwatchers everywhere".
BOCN (Barn Owl Conservation Network)
one of the Hawk and Owl Trust's initiatives specifically set up to assist in the monitoring of the Barn Owl
one of the Hawk and Owl Trust's initiatives specifically set up to assist in the monitoring of the Barn Owl
BTO (British Trust for Ornithology)
for those with a more serious/scientific interest in birds. The BTO undertakes invaluable research into many aspects of the UK's birdlife and is the licensing authority for bird ringing and for the recording/monitoring of nests of Schedule 1 protected species.
for those with a more serious/scientific interest in birds. The BTO undertakes invaluable research into many aspects of the UK's birdlife and is the licensing authority for bird ringing and for the recording/monitoring of nests of Schedule 1 protected species.
Cambridgeshire Bird Club
The Cambridgeshire Bird Club collects and publishes information on the birds of Cambridgeshire. The Club's website also has a regularly updated 'What's about' feature plus members' photos of local sightings, etc
The Cambridgeshire Bird Club collects and publishes information on the birds of Cambridgeshire. The Club's website also has a regularly updated 'What's about' feature plus members' photos of local sightings, etc
Fatbirder
without doubt the most comprehensive and informative source of birding information and birding-related websites on the entire internet.
without doubt the most comprehensive and informative source of birding information and birding-related websites on the entire internet.
Hawk and Owl Trust
for those with an interest in birds of prey this organisation/website is a must
for those with an interest in birds of prey this organisation/website is a must
Kingfishers Bridge
A private nature reserve (but with public access) quite near to the National Trust's Wicken Fen reserve here in Cambs and well worth a visit if you are in the area.
A private nature reserve (but with public access) quite near to the National Trust's Wicken Fen reserve here in Cambs and well worth a visit if you are in the area.
Mullbirds
for everything you need to know about birding on this wonderful island.
for everything you need to know about birding on this wonderful island.
Natural England - Wildlife Management & Licensing Service
for everything you need to know about the law relating to Schedule 1 (and other) Licences, application forms and related procedures, etc. And if your query isn't answered here, give the staff of the Licensing Unit a ring - I've always found them to be extremely helpful
for everything you need to know about the law relating to Schedule 1 (and other) Licences, application forms and related procedures, etc. And if your query isn't answered here, give the staff of the Licensing Unit a ring - I've always found them to be extremely helpful
RSPB (Royal Society for Protection of Birds)
a direct link to the website of the UK's largest bird conservation organisation now boasting more than one million members.
a direct link to the website of the UK's largest bird conservation organisation now boasting more than one million members.
Tales from the Wood - The Diary of a Badger Watching Man
A very interesting and informative website for anyone wanting to know more about Badgers - check it out.
A very interesting and informative website for anyone wanting to know more about Badgers - check it out.
WAB (Wild About Britain)
Wild About Britain is a very friendly and informative online community dedicated to British wildlife. The website includes a wealth of information about UK wildlife, nature, the environment and conservation in addition to very friendly discussion forums and some excellent member photo galleries.
Membership is free and, in my view, WAB is probably the best (and certainly the friendliest) place on the net for seeking or sharing information about every aspect of Britain's wildlife, with its helpful members collectively offering expertise on all related subjects.
So, if you have a question about UK wildlife, this is the place to get an answer - just visit the site, sign-up and post your question - someone on WAB is bound to know the answer!
Wild About Britain is a very friendly and informative online community dedicated to British wildlife. The website includes a wealth of information about UK wildlife, nature, the environment and conservation in addition to very friendly discussion forums and some excellent member photo galleries.
Membership is free and, in my view, WAB is probably the best (and certainly the friendliest) place on the net for seeking or sharing information about every aspect of Britain's wildlife, with its helpful members collectively offering expertise on all related subjects.
So, if you have a question about UK wildlife, this is the place to get an answer - just visit the site, sign-up and post your question - someone on WAB is bound to know the answer!
Wicken Fen National Trust Reserve
for all you need to know about visiting the country's oldest nature reserve and the facilities, etc available.
for all you need to know about visiting the country's oldest nature reserve and the facilities, etc available.
Wildlife Online
an amazingly comprehensive and informative website created and maintained by wildlife enthusiast Marc Baldwin
an amazingly comprehensive and informative website created and maintained by wildlife enthusiast Marc Baldwin
Wildlife Watching Supplies
one of the very best suppliers of wildlife watching equipment such as portable hides, camouflage clothing, camera/lens covers, etc.
one of the very best suppliers of wildlife watching equipment such as portable hides, camouflage clothing, camera/lens covers, etc.
Woodland Trust
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading charity dedicated solely to the protection of our native woodland heritage.
The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading charity dedicated solely to the protection of our native woodland heritage.
