Europe’s rarest songbird is running out of time – and out of wetlands. As droughts cancel translocations and habitats dry, can the Aquatic Warbler survive a changing climate? A powerful editorial on crisis, resilience, and the future of marshland birds. theornithologist.org/no-rain-no-r...

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Why do some shorebirds delay breeding by a year or more? A new study reveals how coastal environments shape avian maturity through behavioural challenges. theornithologist.org/shorebirds-d... #TheOrnithologist #shorebirds #ornithology

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The Saker Falcon’s recovery is a flagship success in Hungary — but across Europe, extinction risk still looms large. theornithologist.org/saker-falcon... #ornithology #TheOrnithologist #conservation

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Resilience written in physiology: a Dunlin marked in Hungary turned up in Spain 13 days later. Here’s how depleted birds still make the journey. theornithologist.org/running-on-e... #TheOrnithologist #shorebirds #waders #migration

This World Shorebirds Day, we look back on the past 12 months: the victories, the setbacks, and the urgent work still ahead for wetlands and migrants. theornithologist.org/shorebirds-o... #TheOrnithologist #shorebirds #waders #WorldShorebirdDay

The Black-winged Kite breeds in Hungary for the first time. Another step in the northward march of Mediterranean species. theornithologist.org/first-confir... #TheOrnithologist #ornithology

The Limpkin wasn’t expected to colonise wetlands in Wisconsin or Ontario — but it has. This overlooked wader is taking advantage of invasive snails, adapting quickly, and redrawing its range map. theornithologist.org/a-stranger-i... #TheOrnithologist #limpkin #rangeexpansion #ornithology

New research shows young Steppe Eagles take riskier routes through human landscapes, while adults learn to avoid them. theornithologist.org/instinct-vs-... #TheOrnithologist #Migration #birdsofprey #steppeeagle

Millions of shorebirds traverse continents each year – and now there’s a week to celebrate their journey and those protecting them. theornithologist.org/the-whsrn-we... #TheOrnithologist #shorebirds #WorldShorebirdDay #manomet #WHSRN

Celebrate World Shorebirds Day with us – and support independent bird journalism. For a limited time, new members get 50% off for 3 months or 15% off yearly plans. Explore the offer: theornithologist.org/shorebirdsda... Valid until midnight, 7 Sept 2025 (BST). #TheOrnithologist #WorldShorebirdsDay

GPS data shows Pied Avocets break migration into long, leisurely stopovers – a strategy that reshapes our view of wader travel. theornithologist.org/stopover-eco... #PiedAvocet #TheOrnithologist #birdmigration

In Australia’s rainforests, the Paradise Riflebird turns courtship into art – impossible wing arcs, flashes of colour, and sharp snaps in perfect time. theornithologist.org/engineering-... #AvianResearch #TheOrnithologist #Riflebirds

A fresh look for The Ornithologist! Our new publication image – a stunning Sand Partridge by Jérémy Calvo – sets the tone for bold, beautiful bird stories. Want your best shots featured too? theornithologist.org #ornithology #birdphotography #TheOrnithologist

The European Roller isn’t just a European migrant. One tagged bird reached China – far beyond expected routes. With each flight tracked, its true journey is unfolding. 🔗 theornithologist.org/from-kruger-... #BirdMigration #EuropeanRoller #Ornithology #SatelliteTracking #TheOrnithologist

What if bird science could captivate like a storybook? The Ornithologist blends cutting-edge research, conservation success and the wonder of avian life into one independent, ad-free magazine. Explore the latest articles: 🔗 theornithologist.org 📸 New cover: Sand Partridge by Jérémy Calvo

On remote Gough Island, one of the world’s most ambitious restoration projects is giving seabirds a second chance. Discover the story: theornithologist.org/island-of-re... #Seabirds #Conservation #GoughIsland #TheOrnithologist

In Peru’s Amazon, The Macaw Society monitors macaws—showing how long-term conservation and local ties protect the rainforest’s icons. theornithologist.org/wings-of-the... #Macaws #BirdConservation #TheOrnithologist

New breeding records from Egypt! Village Weaver confirmed breeding at Lake Nasser, and Blue-cheeked Bee-eaters bred for the first time on record in Aswan. Range expansion – or isolated events? theornithologist.org/new-breeding... #BirdConservation #TheOrnithologist #RangeExpansion #eBird #Egypt

This year’s #WorldShorebirdsDay is dedicated to Dr. Shiloh Schulte – one of its first and strongest supporters. Read how it all began, and how we honour his legacy today: theornithologist.org/world-shoreb... #ShorebirdsForShiloh #TheOrnithologist

Seabird colonies once wiped out by invasive species are now thriving across Mexico’s islands — a global model of science-backed restoration and community-led conservation. Read more: theornithologist.org/restoring-me... #seabirds #habitatrestoration #seabirdconservation #mexico #TheOrnithologist

Resident and migratory dark-eyed juncos living side-by-side in winter respond differently to the same cues – revealing internal timekeepers tied to migratory strategy. Read more: theornithologist.org/same-species... #ornithology #birdmigration #TheOrnithologist #migrationecology

While others chase visibility, we look to the margins. At The Ornithologist, we amplify the voices of unsung conservationists – the ones doing the work that holds it all together. Read more: theornithologist.org/beyond-the-s... #TheOrnithologist

AEWA turns 30 – celebrating three decades of cross-border conservation for migratory waterbirds. From Lapwings to Bald Ibises, here’s what it achieved and why it still matters. theornithologist.org/three-decade... #30yearsaewa #waterbirds #Conservation #TheOrnithologist

What about a free membership before you decide The Ornithologist is worth £4.99/month? Read why we have a paywall — and how it actually supports bird science: theornithologist.org/why-some-of-... #TheOrnithologist

Despite legal protection, the Hen Harrier remains one of Britain’s most persecuted raptors. What its decline reveals about land conflict, policy, and upland reform. Read the full story: theornithologist.org/harriers-in-... #HenHarrier #RaptorPersecution #BirdConservation #TheOrnithologist

What can 15 minutes in your local patch reveal? A growing network of birders is showing how consistent observations can drive real conservation. Learn more: theornithologist.org/patch-by-pat... #citizenscience #patchbird #birdsurvey #conservation #TheOrnithologist #eBird

Satellite tracking reveals the surprising journeys of juvenile egrets from Australia’s Macquarie Marshes. A fascinating look at early dispersal and its importance for wetland conservation. Read more: theornithologist.org/tracked-for-... #TheOrnithologist #BirdTracking #Australia #Birds #Ornithology

New research uncovers a transcontinental migration route of ‘Heuglin’s Gulls’ – from the tropics of Sri Lanka to Arctic Russia – through inland Asia. Read the full story: theornithologist.org/a-flyway-thr... #TheOrnithologist #Migration #BirdTracking #HeuglinsGull

A juvenile Harpy Eagle seen flying with its parents in the Lacandon Jungle confirms the species is once again breeding in southern Mexico. Read the full story: theornithologist.org/harpy-eagle-... #harpyeagle #mexico #Chiapas #speciesrebound #TheOrnithologist

Uganda’s only endemic bird was once feared extinct. Now, the Fox’s Weaver is back—and it’s rewriting what we know about rarity and rediscovery. Read the full story: theornithologist.org/rethinking-r... #ornithology #birdconservation #Uganda #FoxsWeaver #rarebirds #TheOrnithologist

They nest on vertical cliffs, raise chicks in darkness, and even breed behind waterfalls. Discover the astonishing breeding strategies of swifts: theornithologist.org/the-extreme-... #Swifts #BirdBreeding #AvianEcology #CliffNesting #BirdBehaviour #Ornithology #TheOrnithologist

What if you could follow a bird’s journey as it happens? A satellite system changing how we follow birds in real time. Discover the tech, the people behind it, and what it means for conservation. theornithologist.org/real-time-re... #TheOrnithologist #BirdTracking #ConservationTech #Interrex

They make up half the world’s bird species – but where did songbirds begin? A sweeping new study confirms their origin in Australia, reshaping our understanding of global avian evolution. theornithologist.org/born-in-isol... #TheOrnithologist #evolution #songbirds #Australia

A unified global bird checklist is here – bringing clarity to species names, research, and conservation worldwide. theornithologist.org/avilist-and-... #Taxonomy #AviList #systematics #TheOrnithologist

A sobering new study warns that more than 500 bird species could go extinct before 2100 – unless urgent action is taken. Discover what’s driving this crisis and why conservation efforts can’t wait: theornithologist.org/extinction-c... #TheOrnithologist #BirdConservation #ExtinctionCrisis #Birds

New in The Ornithologist: Dutch study finds Barn Swallows leave Africa at different times—but still all arrive home at the same time to breed together. Read more: theornithologist.org/migration-di... #theornithologist #ornithology #birdmigration #barnswallow #birds

Curious about migration? Conservation? Bird evolution? Explore The Ornithologist’s Topics page—where we gather stories and articles covering every aspect of ornithology. Browse by theme and find what fascinates you: theornithologist.org/topics/ #theornithologist #ornithology #birds #birdscience

The Bearded Vulture has hit a milestone—100+ breeding pairs now thrive in the Alps after a century of absence. One of Europe’s greatest wildlife comeback stories. Read the full story on The Ornithologist: theornithologist.org/bearded-vult... #ornithology #vultures #rewilding #conservation

What The Ornithologist is all about? It’s an independent online magazine exploring the diverse aspects of ornithology – bringing together science, conservation and those who share the joy of birds. theornithologist.org/about #theornithologist #ornithology #onlinemagazine #birds

Honouring Dr. Shiloh Schulte’s inspiring legacy in Arctic shorebird conservation. His final field season reminds us why the tundra’s stories must be told. Read more: theornithologist.org/a-life-in-th... #ornithology #shorebirdscience #theornithologist #shilohschulte #arcticresearch #shorebirds

I’m thrilled to officially launch The Ornithologist Magazine – an independent digital publication dedicated to bird science, conservation and storytelling from around the world. Explore our content: theornithologist.org #ornithology #birdscience #theornithologist #conservation #birding #birds