(1/) This week’s featured square is in Lincolnshire. Grey Partridge, Corn Bunting and Turtle Dove have all been recorded in it over the years! Other vacant squares are available. @btobirds.bsky.social JNCC RSPB Science Lincs Birding #LincsBirding

Unique in that they’re the world’s only aquatic passerine, Dippers are a common sight along fast-flowing rivers. They're fascinating to watch as they forage in strong undercurrents despite their small size, emerging onto rocks clutching insects or clumps of moss to line their nests 🪹

⚠️ We've had reports of seabirds washing up. Please report ALL species of dead birds ⬇️ 📍 In England, Wales & Scotland: www.gov.uk/guidance/... 📍 In Northern Ireland: www.daera-ni.gov.uk/... 📍 In Republic of Ireland: aviancheck.apps.serv... #UKBirding #BirdingWales #BirdingScotland

It may still be winter but we think seabirds deserve our appreciation all year! In just a couple of months, species such as Puffins, Gannets, Common Terns and Fulmars will make their way back to the UK's coastal habitats to raise the next generation of seabirds. 📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social

This month you can find one of our optics experts with a range of binoculars and scopes to try and buy at the following Wildlife Trust sites 🦋🌿🦆 14/02 Abberton Reservoir Essex WT 15/02 Hanningfield Reservoir Essex WT 28/02 Rye Harbour @sussexwildlife.bsky.social

This month you can find one of our optics experts with a range of binoculars and scopes to try and buy at the following Wildlife Trust sites 🦋🌿🦆 14/02 Abberton Reservoir Essex WT 15/02 Hanningfield Reservoir Essex WT 28/02 Rye Harbour @sussexwildlife.bsky.social

Today is known as 'Blue Monday' but we're opting for the positive take on the term by celebrating all things blue in the natural world 🌎 From the powdery blue wings of the Common Blue to the Barn Swallow's shimmering Sapphire feathers, the colour is everywhere and it's anything but depressing💙

Frosty weather doesn't mean you have to stay indoors this winter! Wrap up warm and you'll see that wildlife is as busy as ever. Opticron kit can level up your wildlife spotting. Come along and try the range of binoculars and scopes on Jan 24th, 10am-3pm at Brandon Marsh. 🔭

Instantly recognisable, Orcas are the largest members of the dolphin family. They can appear off British coasts a few times each year – the huge dorsal fins of the males, sometimes reaching heights of up to six feet, are usually the first sign they’re around. 📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social #Orca

£100 CASHBACK offer extended until 28th February on the flagship @opticron.bsky.social Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 & 10x42 #binoculars. Top end optics without the top end price! #FREE #Opticron Professional Lens Cleaning Kit included. 🔽 www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-aur... #BirdingGear #birdwatching

Compact, robust take-anywhere field monoculars ✨ The all new Trailfinder HD 8x36 & 10x36 offer a great mix of optical quality and useability for accurate distance observation while out walking in the countryside or hiking across it 🌲🏔️🥾 Prices from £95. less

The Whooper Swan is mainly a winter visitor to Britain. Males often bob their heads to communicate with other swans, including strengthening their lifelong pair bonds. by @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social #WhooperSwan #WildlifePhotography #Wildlife

Our very first Try & Buy events of the year are coming up soon! This January, you can find our optics experts at the following Wildlife Trust sites: 10/01 Potteric Carr @yorkswildlife.bsky.social 24/01 Barndon Marsh @warwickshirewt.bsky.social

Scottish Seabird Advent Calendar - Day 21🗓️🎉 Today's image from our Seabird Photography Competition Exhibition is this striking portrait of a razorbill in the rain on the Isle of May, taken by Steve Adam📷

The new @opticron.bsky.social Europa BGA VHD #binoculars are now in stock. Despite their small size, they are mightily impressive! Available in both 8x32 and 10x32, they offer an unrivalled combination of performance, comfort and ergonomics. 🔽 www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-eur... #BirdingGear

The Europa BGA VHD is the latest addition to join our range of 32mm binoculars - offering an unrivalled combination of performance, comfort & ergonomics. Find out what One Stop Nature Shop think about the Europa BGA VHD 8x32 in their review here 👉 www.onestopnature.co.uk/opticron-eur...

Enjoy £100 CASHBACK on the flagship @opticron.bsky.social Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 and 10x42 #binoculars. While stocks last! #FREE #Opticron Professional Lens Cleaning Kit included. 🔽 www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-aur... #BirdingGear #birding #birdwatching #optics

Another year and another successful five Bird Camps across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland! 🐦 Thanks to @opticron.bsky.social for sponsoring these camps, and helping us connect young people with nature. 🙌 📷 BTO Youth

This month's guest blog contributor is the talented wildlife photographer, videographer and RSPB Oa reserve warden, @naturenortheast.bsky.social Tap the link below to read about David's insights into the special wildlife he encounters on the wild isle of Islay: www.opticron.co.uk/news-reviews...

🙌We're accepting entries for our January 2026 header photo of the month for Facebook and Bluesky! 👉They must be taken on our nature reserves. Please make sure to tell us what it is, where you took it & don't forget your name. 👏Please send to [email protected] by the 20th December

Calling all #nature lovers! 🐦🌳Sign up to the #Birds in Greenspaces newsletter for updates on this project that starts next spring, and see our FREE Resource Pack with bird ID guides and activities to warm you up this winter at www.bto.org/greenspaces Nuthatch by @willrose.bsky.social

It’s that time…Big Garden Birdwatch is BACK! 😍🙌 The birds are ready. We’re ready. Are you? Sign up is open now…go go go! www.rspb.org.uk/whats-happen... #BigGardenBirdwatch

Are you looking to buy binoculars or a scope as a Christmas present but need some advice? ❄️🎄🎁 Our optics specialists will be available at the following Wildlife Trust locations this weekend: 13/12 Potteric Carr @yorkswildlife.bsky.social 14/12 College Lake @bbowt.bsky.social #BirdingGear

The new Opticron Tripac would make a great Christmas gift 🎁 Designed to transport a tripod and photographic or optical equipment without dismantling, the Tripac is both functional and comfortable, allowing you to keep your hands free to pick up your binoculars at a moments notice 🔭

The @opticron.bsky.social Tripac is fast becoming our best selling tripod carrier. And we have quite a few to choose from! Featuring padded straps for comfort and multiple compartments. Available in black, brown or green. ⬇️ www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-tri... #BirdingGear #ChristmasGiftIdeas

Next week you can find us at the following locations - we've got plenty of Christmas gift ideas for fellow birdwatchers and wildlife lovers 🎁🔭 5/12 Walthamstow Wetlands @ldnwildlifetrust.bsky.social 6/12 Brandon Marsh @warwickshirewt.bsky.social 6/12 Wild Chesil @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social

Constructed from lightweight yet, durable polycarbonate and alloy, the Opticron MM4 60 Travelscope weighs about the same as pair of 42mm binoculars and can even be used without a support for crystal clear flat-field observation at magnifications below 20x 🔭 www.opticron.co.uk/our-products...

Throughout autumn, hills on the west coast of Scotland echo with the sound of Red Deer stags roaring during their breeding season 🦌 📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social #RedDeer #WildlifePhotography #ScottishWildlife

The new Opticron Natura WA ED binoculars have fast become a firm favourite ✨ Weighing less than 750g, they feel comfortable and lightweight yet, robust in the hand - a midsize binocular perfect for prolonged use in the field that delivers a bright, wide field of view with stunning clarity.

Are you searching for an 80mm scope that's both compact and affordable? 🔭 Take a look at the Opticron MM3 80 GA ED - a fieldscope designed to offer the best possible performance in the smallest package at the most affordable price ✨ www.opticron.co.uk/our-products/fieldscopes/mm3-fieldscopes

Seabird Photography Competition Judges' Under-18 Winner Announcement!📢🌟 We're delighted to announce that the judges' under-18 winner of our Scottish Seabird Photography Competition is Anwen Whitehead, with this incredibly sharp and detailed image of a razorbill on the Isle of May.

Seabird Photography Competition Judges' Winner Announcement!📢🌟 We're delighted to announce that the judges' overall winner of our Scottish Seabird Photography Competition is Iain Donnachie, with this incredible, artistic image of common guillemots on the Isle of May.

Come along to one of our upcoming Try & Buy events with @the-wildlifetrusts.bsky.social to shop a range of optics & accessories. We may have that perfect Christmas gift you've been searching for! 🎄 21/11 @bbowt.bsky.social 28/11 @wildlifebcn.org 29/11 @sussexwildlife.bsky.social

It's giveaway time! 🎁 We've got three 2026 Scottish Wildlife calendars up for grabs by photographer @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social To find out how to enter, make sure you subscribe to our newsletter before 4pm tomorrow at the link below 👇 www.opticron.co.uk/newsletter

Enjoy nature to the full. With the superb all new @opticron.bsky.social Natura WA ED 8x42 and 10x42 #binoculars. Offering a wide field of view, these are the best mid-range binoculars from #Opticron we have seen. In stock online and instore 🔽 www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-nat... #BirdingGear

Once close to local extinction in the UK, Red Kites are now a popular site in many parts of Wales, Scotland and England thanks to one of the most successful raptor reintroduction programmes 🦅 📷 Charlotte O'Shea

Supplied with a detachable harness and carry strap, the new Opticron binocular case is a durable, high quality accessory that offers protection and comfort when carrying your binoculars. Available now in black, green and brown: www.opticron.co.uk/our-products/cases/binocular-case-and-harness

Looking for a gift for a special nature lover in your life? 🎁 Why not come along to one of our Try & Buy events this week to see our range of binoculars, scopes & accessories and get some friendly, helpful advice from one our optics experts! @warwickshirewt.bsky.social @yorkswildlife.bsky.social

November is the peak month for wintering Woodcock arrivals. Unfortunately, Woodcock are prone to colliding with buildings during their noctural migration. If you find a dead or injured bird, please report it via the BirdTrack App, or email [email protected]. 📷 Woodcock by Liz Cutting / BTO

The new @opticron.bsky.social Tripac Tripod Harness & Accessory Pack is here. With padded straps for comfort and multiple compartments to carry a phone, water bottle, books etc, the Tripac is ideal for carrying lots of gear while on the move! ⬇️ www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-tri... #BirdingGear

Enjoy £100 Cash Back on the superb @opticron.bsky.social Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 and 10x42 #binoculars. 👇 www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-aur... #BirdingGear #CashBack

Huge thanks to @opticron.bsky.social for repairing this poorly scope for free, donated by one of our generous customers. It'll be donated to a worthy cause through our #Optics4Conservation scheme run in conjunction with our friends at Asian Adventures in #India #wildlife #conservation #education

Come rain or shine don’t let the weather stop you getting outdoors this autumn 🌧️🍂 Equipped with a pleasingly wide field of view, high-quality optical system and durable rubber armour, the new Natura WA ED binoculars are perfect for prolonged use during those darker hours and gloomier days!

Are you looking to invest in some binoculars to bring you closer to nature this autumn? Why not come along to one of our Try & Buy events this month! 🍂🍄 04/10 Rye Harbour Discovery Centre @sussexwildlife.bsky.social 10/10 Thatcham Nature Discovery Centre @bbowt.bsky.social

When it comes to confident bird ID, it's all about the details 🪶 If you're looking for an upgrade from your first binoculars and want to elevate your birdwatching experience, consider the Explorer WA ED-R: www.opticron.co.uk/our-products/binoculars/explorer-wa-ed-r-binoculars #BirdingGear

Gannets can take up to five years to get their full adult plumage. As chicks, they’re covered in fine downy feathers. Renowned for their strong mating bonds and good parenting, Gannets share responsibilities and take turns to fish and care for their single chick 🐟 📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social

Interested in trying out some new optics? Come along to one of our Try & Buy events this week! 17/09 Summer Leys @wildlifebcn.org 18/09 Brandon Marsh @warwickshirewt.bsky.social 19/09 Potteric Carr @yorkswildlife.bsky.social 21/09 College Lake @bbowt.bsky.social #BirdingGear

Who's ready for autumn adventures? Golden sunrises, crisp leaves underfoot, thrushes feasting on berries, waders & wildfowl congregating in masses... what's not to love! 🍂

Fun-sized as their name suggests, Small Coppers are a distinctive orange-red butterfly. They favour sunny grassland habitats, where they can often be seen flitting around the yellow flowers of Common Ragwort. 📷 @rebeccaonthewing.bsky.social #SmallCopper #SaveButterflies #ButterflyConservation