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Great LivesEmily Williamson, co-founder of the RSPBFor over a hundred years no one thought too much about the origins of the RSPB, but among its founders was a woman in Didsbury opposed to the use of feathers in fashionable hats. Emily Williamson was outraged by the widespread slaughter of egrets and the crested grebe. She had tried to join the all-male British Ornithological Union, and when that failed she established her own Society for the Protection of Birds.
Nominating Emily is Hannah Bourne-Taylor, author of Fledgling and Nature Needs You, which is about her own campaign for the introduction of swift bricks into all new...2025-06-2327 min
grow, cook, eat, arrange with Sarah Raven & friendsOur vital role as gardeners in supporting birds, with the RSPB’s Emma Marsh - Episode 208If you're looking to support wild birds in your garden, the RSPB’s upcoming Big Garden Birdwatch is an essential event for us all.Adam Nicolson and Emma Marsh, Executive Director of the RSPB, join Sarah in this week’s bird-focused episode of ‘grow, cook, eat, arrange’ to discuss how to get involved in this weekend’s annual bird count, how it came to be, and the many ways that gardeners can actively support and encourage more wild birds in our gardens and green spaces.In this episode, discover:The role that gardens and gardeners...2025-01-2340 min
Activity Quest: Days out and crafts for kidsRSPB Big Garden BirdwatchThis week, Dan chats with Indy from the RSPB about the upcoming Big Garden Birdwatch, the world’s largest garden wildlife survey. Discover how you can help track the UK’s bird population by spending just one hour counting birds in your garden or local green space! Meanwhile, Adam explores the charm of one of Britain’s most beloved birds—the robin. With its bright red chest and winter song, this iconic bird is full of surprises, as Rob from the British Trust for Ornithology reveals fascinating insights about their territorial behaviour and cheerful melodies. RSPB Big Garden...2025-01-2019 minActivity Quest: Days out and crafts for kidsRSPB Big Garden BirdwatchThis week, Dan chats with Indy from the RSPB about the upcoming Big Garden Birdwatch, the world’s largest garden wildlife survey. Discover how you can help track the UK’s bird population by spending just one hour counting birds in your garden or local green space! Meanwhile, Adam explores the charm of one of Britain’s most beloved birds—the robin. With its bright red chest and winter song, this iconic bird is full of surprises, as Rob from the British Trust for Ornithology reveals fascinating insights about their territorial behaviour and cheerful melodies. RSPB Big Garden...2025-01-2019 min
Nature News from RSPB ScotlandEpisode 30 Birdcrime Report SpecialThis week the RSPB releases its latest Birdcrime Report detailing the shocking ongoing illegal killing of birds of prey. In a special episode of RSPB Scotland’s Nature News podcast host Stephen Magee talks to RSPB Scotland Head of Investigations Ian Thomson. They discuss the latest findings as well as the new legislation introduced in Scotland that sets out to tackle this criminality. You can find out more about the Birdcrime Report here https://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/birdcrime2024-10-2523 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandHow to Listen to Birds Episode 6In the last of our miniseries on birdsong Stephen is squeezing in a few moorland highlights before heading back to Wood of Cree for a rainy visit. Guided again by Crystal Maw he's listening to a mournful thrush and hearing about the bizarre life cycle of a Cuckoo.Let us know what you want to hear about in the podcast podcast.scotland@RSPB.org.uk And don't forget to leave us a review wherever you listen to the pod.2024-07-0824 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandHow to Listen to Birds Episode 5Stephen takes a trip to RSPB Scotland's Wood of Cree nature reserve. With the help of local expert Crystal Maw he hears some of the specialist birds that call this ancient woodland home. There's Pied Flycatcher, Redstart and the stunning song of the Wood Warbler. Crustal also explains how RSPB Scotland looks after this special place.Don't forget to leave us a review and subscribe. You cn get in touch using the email podcast.scotland@RSPB.org.uk2024-06-1427 min
Big-time SustainabilityEP7: Dr Sourav Roy discusses Beccy Speight's extraordinary sustainability leadership at RSPBBeccy Speight is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the RSPB, the largest nature conservation organisation in the UK, with 1.2 million members, more than 2,000 employees and around 12,000 volunteers. She started her career in local government in Scotland, and then moved into management consultancy, working in mergers and acquisitions. Beccy became CEO at the Woodland Trust in 2014, led expansion of the organisation, and then commenced her present role at the RSPB in 2019.
2024-06-0931 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandHow to Listen to Birds Episode 4In the latest episode of our mini series How to Listen to Birds Stephen is visiting RSPB Scotland’s Baron’s Haugh reserve. Senior Conservation Officer Toby Wilson is his guide as he encounters the bewildering array of noises a Great Tit can make. There’s also a chance to focus on one of the sweetest songs in the wood, the Robin. Willow Warblers and Chiffchaffs are singing loudly. Toby also offers his expert take on why birds sing and the risks involved.Let us know how you're enjoying birdsong podcast.scotla...2024-05-2923 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandHow to Listen to Birds Episode 3In Episode 3 of our miniseries How to Listen to Birds Stephen is visiting RSPB Scotland’s Abernethy nature reserve. Assistant Warden Ewan Craig is his guide as they take a walk through the stunning pine forest. There’s noisy Goldcrests making a sound that belies their tiny size. Ewan has an odd way to remember the song of the Chaffinch. And the pair luck out with a pine forest specialist, Crested Tit.We want to know what you want to hear about in the podcast. Drop us an email podcast.scotland@RSPB.org.ukThere's more...2024-05-1723 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandHow to Listen to Birds Episode 2Stephen takes a trip to RSPB Scotland's Loch Leven nature reserve. Site manager Vicky Turnbull and Assistant Warden Darran Dixon are on hand to help him identify what is singing in the woodland.There's a little bird with a loud voice, a melodic warbler and a thrush with a complex song.Stephen also hears about some odd nesting decisions by Blue Tits at the reserve and discovers which bird sounds like a squeaky bike pump.Let us know what you think about the series and what you've been hearing podcast.scotland@RSPB.org.uk...2024-05-1019 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandHow to Listen to Birds Episode 1How to Listen to Birds is a new podcast mini series from RSPB Scotland. Join host Stephen Magee out and about for tips on how to identify birds by their song. He'll also hear from RSPB staff about how the sounds birds make help us understand their lives better. And Stephen will try to understand what it is about birdsong that moves and enthrals us.In Episode 1 we are at RSPB Scotland's Baron's Haugh reserve with warden David Anderson. He has tips on how to get started with birdsong. We encounter a tiny bird with a big...2024-05-0319 min
The Birding Life Youth PodcastSeason 6: Ep 3 | David Attenborough, England and the RSPBIn today's episode Josh speaks to Freddie Emms - who is all the way in England! Freddie is a member of the RSPB youth council and he played a role in David Attenborough's hit tv series "Wild Isles". Freddie is passionate about spreading awareness about the downfall of the wildlife in the UK. This is truly an episode not to be missed!2024-03-0835 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 29 BIG GARDEN BIRDWATCH 2024It's that time of year again! Big Garden Birdwatch is here. Stephen and Dan Snowdon from RSPB Scotland's Lochwinnoch nature reserve explain how to take part. There are also tips on how to work out what you're seeing out there.Stephen also travels to Dundee to meet staff and volunteers involved in inspirational work building connections with nature for people living in the city.More about Big Garden Birdwatch here https://t.co/tC0YFBrsRrFind out more about our work in Dundee Winter Wildlife in Dundee - Scottish Nature Notes - Our...2024-01-2538 min
Deepdale PodcastDeepdale Podcast - North Norfolk Wildlife with Richard Powell OBE, Steve Rowland (RSPB) & Oliver Reville (One Stop Nature Shop) - January 2024 Happy New Year from the Deepdale Crew! Hope you had a fantastic festive season however busy or quiet it was, and are enjoying the start of 2024.For this month's Deepdale Podcast, we are concentrating on the wildlife & environment of the beautiful North Norfolk Coast.Huge thanks to Richard Powell (Wildlife Advisor), Steve Rowland (RSPB) and Oliver Reville (One Stop Nature Shop) for their contributions.00:00 - Introduction by Jason Borthwick (Deepdale Camping & Rooms)01:41 - Richard Powell OBE (Wildlife Advisor...2024-01-1238 min
Conservation Careers PodcastHow important are volunteers in conservation? Rhoda Ludford - Volunteering Development Consultant with the RSPB How important are volunteers in conservation? What are the different types of work you can do as a volunteer, and how can it benefit your career? We answer these and many more questions in discussion with today’s guest Rhoda Ludford. Rhoda is the Volunteering Development Consultant with the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds - Europe’s largest wildlife conservation organisation with over 2,000 staff, 10,000 volunteers and 1 million members. Rhoda has worked for the RSPB for 22 years, mostly in volunteering development and have recently moved into species recovery where she is respo...2023-12-1334 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 28 CAN WE END THE ILLEGAL KILLING OF BIRDS OF PREY?It's an important time for Scotland's birds of prey as the Scottish Government introduces legislation to license grouse moors in a bid to end raptor persecution.Raptor persecution - the illegal killing of birds of prey - continues in Scotland and around the UK. In this podcast Stephen meets those working to end this criminality. He hears from RSPB Scotland's Head of Investigations Ian Thomson, Ruth Tingay from the influential Raptor Persecution UK blog and campaigner Chris Packham.And there's the very latest on what's happening in the Scottish Parliament.And you can...2023-12-0141 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 27 CELEBRATING THE RETURN OF WINTER WILDFOWLAs the days shorten wintering ducks, geese and swans are making their way back to Scotland. Stephen is at RSPB Scotland's Loch Leven nature reserve to see some of the birds that make this time of year so special. He's joined by Site Manager Vicky Turnbull and Assistant Warden Darran Dixon to chat about Pintail, Smew and Wigeon.Stephen also travels to the Slammanan Plateau in search of the UK's rarest goose. Conservation officer Scott Shanks and volunteers Angus Maciver and Billy Thomson help him to find Taiga Bean Geese in fields near Cumbernauld.LINKS2023-11-0944 min
Talk on the Wild SideFarming for Waders at RSPB's Northward HillAs the Autumnal months set in, we return for the 4th instalment of Kent Wildlife Trust's podcast; Talk on the Wild Side. In this episode, we head to RSPB Northward Hill Nature Reserve on the Hoo Peninsula to hear from Area Manager Alan Johnson about the site's incredible journey of transformation and its value for wading birds such as lapwings and redshanks.Rob talks to Paul Hadaway, Director of Conservation at Kent Wildlife Trust about river pollution and the State of Nature Report. And finally, Rob joins the team at National Trust's Emmett's Garden for their...2023-10-2756 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 26 ORKNEY NATIVE WILDLIFE PROJECT SPECIALIn this special edition of the podcast Stephen is in Orkney to hear about work to protect its special, native wildlife.Orkney has its own native Vole species and also hosts globally important populations of seabirds, waders and other species. But that wildlife is under threat from an invasive predator, the Stoat. RSPB Scotland is part of a groundbreaking project that has set out to eradicate Stoats and protect native wildlife. Stephen hears from those involved in trapping, monitoring and biosecurity as part of this enormous undertaking.The Orkney Native Wildlife Project is a...2023-09-2946 min
The Shooting Times PodcastWhat does ‘sporting’ even mean, the struggling game market, the RSPB gets all fired up, and should we just stop talking about him? | 6 September 2023The host, Patrick Galbraith, is joined by Mat Manning, veteran countryside journalist, consultant editor of Airgun World, and ST contributor.
This week, they discuss ivory poaching, the RSPB getting into political hot water, the struggling game market, and why everybody should start off with an air rifle, no matter how old they are.
Don’t miss our 12% discount on a Shooting Times print subscription, which includes fully comprehensive shooting insurance (£2million of public liability), covering the use of shotguns, rifles, and air guns). Visit shootingtimesandcountry.com to take advantage of the offer...2023-09-0637 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 25 Seabirds in Crisis and How You Can HelpThis episode is a deep dive into the crisis facing seabirds around Scotland's coasts. Stephen is joined at the seaside by Head of Species Paul Walton and Head of Marine Policy Helen McLachlan. They explain why Scotland is so important globally for seabirds and the threats they face.Stephen also travels to RSPB Scotland nature reserves in Orkney, Fowlsheugh and Troup Head to hear what the impact of bird flu has been on birds like Gannets and Kittiwakes.There's lots you can do to help and to find out more about what's happening to seabirds2023-08-2554 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPIOSDE 24 - SAVING NATURE ACROSS EUROPEEarlier this year experts from bird charities across Europe gathered in Scotland to share how they are working to save nature across the continent. Stephen is joined by Isobel Mercer to talk about how working together across national boundaries is more important than ever. We hear from people working all over Europe about the challenges they face. And there's time for some nature news including a close pass by a common sandpiper and a birding first for Isobel.LINKSFind out more about Birdlife's work here https://www.birdlife.org/europe-and-central-asia/More on bird f...2023-07-1849 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 23 - CONNECTING TO NATUREStephen and Kate are visiting RSPB Scotland's Loch Leven reserve to find out how to really connect to nature. Freya and Daniel from the visitor experience team at the reserve explain the difference between just spending time in nature and connecting with it. Stephen tags along with a group of blind and visually impaired people who are learning about birdsong. There's nature news and a lot of chat about peewits.LINKSThe latest on Bird Flu https://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/advice/how-you-can-help-birds/disease-and-garden-wildlife/avian-influenza-updates/Find out more about Visibility Scotland https...2023-05-2543 min
Dobbies - Our Gardening PodcastSave the house sparrow, with RSPBDobbies’ podcast host, Daisy Payne, is joined by Horticultural Director, Marcus Eyles, and RSPB's wildlife gardening expert, Adrian Thomas, to chat about the house sparrow and how we can create a welcoming environment for this bird that's currently in decline.2023-04-2622 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 22 SAVING OUR WILD ISLESStephen and Kate are looking back at the amazing wildlife featured in the Wild Isles series. They are also looking forward to the plans being made to protect and renew it. James How from RSPB Scotland's Loch Gruinart nature reserve on Islay gives us the inside story of how the Wild Isles team filmed White Tailed Eagles hunting Barnacle Geese. Stephen chats to one of the people who has taking part in putting together the People's Plan For Nature. And there's all the usual nature news.LINKSSearch for Saving Our Wild Isles on the...2023-04-2441 min
The Casual Birder PodcastTrip Report: RSPB Nagshead with Anneke #121On a pre-birthday outing, Anneke (from the show's FaceBook group) joins Suzy and her husband John for a day’s birding at RSPB Nagshead in Gloucestershire. The woods are alive with birds singing, engaging in courtship displays, and building nests. Anneke and Suzy share their bird encounters from the day, and some surprising mammal ones too! Links: Last episode: Spring is here! RSPB Nagshead webpage Short video of our day at RSPB Nagshead Marylee's video of the Ruby-crowned Kinglet Join the Casual Birder Bird Club...2023-04-2119 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 21 RAINFOREST SPECIALScotland's rainforest is an amazing place but it's under threat. Stephen and Kate take a trip to see the habitat for themselves at RSPB Scotland's Inversnaid nature reserve. Stephen has been to the Morvern peninsula on Scotland's west coast to hear about an exciting new RSPB Scotland project working with communities to protect, restore and expand the forest there. Kate is feeling hopeful about spring and Stephen is learning to love lichens.LINKSSave Our Wild Isleshttps://www.saveourwildisles.org.uk/Alliance for Scotland's Rainforesthttps://savingscotlandsrainforest.org.uk/2023-03-3156 min
The Plodcast189. Walking in nature with Dr Amir Khan, President of the RSPBDr Amir Khan is a well known GP and TV doctor but has recently been appointed president of the RSPB. We sent Plodcast regular Annabel Ross to meet up with the DR to talk about his new role – and discover just how important the link between nature and health really is.This is episode 11 of season 15 of the Plodcast: Mindful Walks in Nature. Image by Getty.Contact the Plodcast team and send your sound recordings of the countryside to: editor@countryfile.com. If read out on the show, you could WIN a Plodcast Postbag prize of...2023-03-2159 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 20 Is It Spring Yet?Stephen and Kate are joined by Conservation Officer Scott Shanks for a wander in Glasgow's Kelvingrove Park. They're on the lookout for early signs of Spring and bumblebees in particular. Stephen has also been testing out his birdsong knowledge. And Kate is feeling the weight of winter lift from her shoulders.LINKSBeaversLearn more about the reintroduction of beavers on our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ooCQniFUAd4Follow their progress on the Loch Lomond nature reserve social feeds https://twitter.com/RSPBLochLomond Wild IslesWatch t...2023-02-2434 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 19 Big Garden Birdwatch 2023Stephen and Kate are joined by Katie O’Neill and David Hunt for a Big Garden Birdwatch. Join them in Kate’s “garden room” for some tips on how to take part in this important bit of citizen science. There’s also all the latest nature news and a very odd folk tale about goldcrests. LINKS Species Campaignhttps://action.rspb.org.uk/page/117828/action/1Mull Eagle Bloghttps://www.rspb.org.uk/about-the-rspb/about-us/media-centre/press-releases/flying-home-for-christmas/ Big Garden Birdwatchhttps://www.r...2023-01-2533 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 18 - A look back at 2022Stephen and Kate are joined for a snowy wander by Scotland Director Anne McCall and Head of Species and Habitats Paul Walton. They pick out their highlights of the past year and look ahead to 2023. There's also an unexpected link between long tailed tits and the Waltons.LINKSReport on the state of Scotland's protected areashttps://www.scotlink.org/two-thirds-of-scots-support-ambitious-30-by-30-target-to-protect-nature/ A chance to see our new Glencripesdale nature reserve for yourselfhttps://youtu.be/w3T8QUwAziw Advice on feeding birdshttps://ww...2022-12-1540 min
Have We Got Planning News For YouProfessor Steve Ormerod, Deputy Chair of Natural Resources Wales and Vice President of the RSPB (S8 E6)Vice-President of the RSPB, Deputy Chair of Natural Resources Wales and member of the UK Joint Nature Conservation Committee, Steve Ormerod is Professor of Ecology at Cardiff University and has had a lifelong interest in the effects of global change on river ecosystems.
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Decision of High Court in R (oaf Hardcastle) v Buckingham Council & BDW Trading Ltd [2022] EWHC 2905 (Admin) dated 16th November 2022 dismissing a challenge to the grant of outline planning permission for residential development on a site abutting Maids Moreton where the Claimant contended the application should have been taken back...2022-12-0159 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 17 Things to Look Out for in WinterStephen and Kate take a trip to RSPB Scotland's Lochwinnoch nature reserve. They're joined by Senior Conservation Officer Toby Wilson who has some tips for things to keep an eye out for as we head into winter. Warden Dan Snowdon shows off his new scrapes which are proving to be a home for all kinds of wildlife. The team also has all the latest nature news.LINKSIf you want to see the scrapes at Lochwinnoch watch this video https://youtu.be/rChb6zIsFz8 This project is supported by the Scottish Government’s Nature Restoration Fu...2022-11-2629 min
Connected ThinkingTalking ESG with RSPB; How to support over 1.1 million membersIn this episode, we're joined by Melissa Werry, Head of Technology Services at RSPB, and Alan Murray, Head of Volunteering and Employee Engagement at RSPB. With a 130-year-old heritage, almost 2,000 employees, over 11,500 volunteers and 1.1 million members (which includes 195,000 youth members), RSPB is the one of the world's largest wildlife conservation organisations. We take this opportunity to discuss third sector organisations through several different lenses. From the complexities of coordinating 1,000s of volunteers with different skills and knowledge, through to what being a part of an organisation like this delivers for individuals and communities alike. 2022-11-2350 min
FieldsportsChannel's PodcastGrouse shooter vs RSPB – FieldsportsChannel Podcast, episode 69It's Ian Coghill, ex chairman of the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust, vs Duncan Orr-Ewing of RSPB, slugging it out on the Carter Jonas Game Fair Theatre stage about whether the RSPB is failing birds, and whether grousemoors are good for them. Charlie Jacoby is moderator.2022-11-1628 min
Brew with the BennettsEpisode #44 - Halloween review, Chimp eyes, Childhood hiding, Berkoff Pizza, Imaginary caravan, RSPB and much more!Episode 44!Another banger, loads of chat and nonsense this week:Halloween reviewChimp eyesChildhood hidingBerkoff PizzaImaginary caravanRSPB and much more! Get in touch with us bwtbpod@gmail.com! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-11-131h 33
The Dirt: the gardening podcast from Grow Your Own magazineThe garden has so many faces, and you can love them all, says the RSPB’s Adrian ThomasThis week on The Dirt, we are joined by the RSPB's wildlife gardening expert, Adrian Thomas, who shows us that gardening for wildlife can take many different forms and can suit your own plot style. He also highlights that you never know what you might attract to your garden , even if it isn't the creature you were aiming for! As well as this, the GYO team talk some more about dream garden finds (dinosaurs, anyone?), and we take a look at the tops jobs on the plot for the weekend.
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UK Wildlife PodcastEP76 – The Attack on Nature with Tony Whitehead from the RSPBWe talk to Tony Whitehead who is one of the communications managers for RSPB England, and we discuss the Attack on Nature. Tony explains the concerns about the threat to the Habitats Directive (and what this directive does) from the Retained EU Law Bill, the harm that could come from ‘Investment Zones’ and the uncertainty…2022-10-3021 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 16 ATTACK ON NATUREThe podcast is back after a summer break! Stephen and Kate are joined by Senior Policy Officer Isobel Mercer to discuss the Westminster Government's attack on nature and the RSPB's response. There's nature news and Stephen has been visiting Scotland's rainforest. Let us know what you want the podcast to cover @RSPBScotland on Twitter or podcast.scotland@RSPB.org ukLINKSCapercaillie SurveyNational survey results reveal capercaillie numbers at critically low levels (rspb.org.uk) People’s Plan For Nature People's Plan For Nature (peoplesplanfornature.org) Attack On Na...2022-10-1436 min
Into The WildA Look at the RSPB with CEo Beccy Speight (Recorded Live At Global Birdfair 2022)I've always got plenty of questions to ask about everything, it's literally my favourite thing to do (annoying child), so imagine how excited I was when I got the chance to sit down with the once person who could really give me an insight to one of the largest conservation organisations out there, Beccy Speight, the CEO of the RSPB.
I didn't have long with Beccy with her busy schedule at Global Birdfair, so I got straight to the big questions covering things like, should England call itself world leading in conservation? Dealing with divserity in such...2022-08-2233 min
The Morecambe Bay PodcastSummer at RSPB Leighton MossDespite floods, Storm Arwen and recent extreme heat the RSPB's reserve at Leighton Moss continues to be the Bay's food bowl for birdlife.
The bittern population might be booming but the extremes of recent weather conditions are causing concern. But the largest area of reed beds in north-west England is proving popular to a whole new audience of wildlife fans. The pandemic has served to increase the number of people of all ages who now visit and take an active interest in wildlife around the Bay.2022-07-2915 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandBIRD FLU SPECIALStephen and Kate are joined by RSPB Scotland's Head of Species Paul Walton to discuss the unfolding bird flu outbreak. They discuss the latest from the seabird colonies most affected, hear from RSPB staff on the ground in Shetland and talk about what we all can do to help.LINKSKeep up to date with bird fluhttps://rspb.org.uk/birdfluDonate to the Appealhttps://rspb.org.uk/join-and-donate/donate/appeals/avian-flu-emergency-appeal/?from=morelikethisLearn about biosecurity on islandshttps://biosecurityforlife.org.uk/2022-06-2135 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 15 THE SCIENCE OF MIGRATIONStephen and Kate are joined by Head of Conservation Science Jen Smart to chat about migration. On a steamy day at RSPB Scotland's Loch Leven Nature Reserve the team talk about why birds migrate and some of the mind boggling distances covered. We also delve into Jen's obsession with waders. Stephen shares his recordings of corncrakes in the Hebrides. Kate has been admiring gannets.SHOW NOTESRSPB information on Avian Influenzahttps://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/advice/how-you-can-help-birds/disease-and-garden-wildlife/avian-influenza-updates/CITY NATURE CHALLENGEhttps://community.rspb.org.uk/ourwork/b/scotland/posts...2022-05-2537 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 14 BIRDSONG SPECIALJoin Kate, Stephen and Katie O'Neill from the Nature on Your Doorstep team for an early morning trip to a woodland full of birdsong. They talk about why birds sing and why we love to hear them. There's also a guest appearance by a very tuneful song thrush and Stephen gets to try out a fancy microphone.LINKSCity Nature Challengehttps://citynaturechallenge.org/Big Garden Birdwatch Resultshttps://www.rspb.org.uk/get-involved/activities/birdwatch/Take part in Dawn Chorus DAyhttps://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves-and-events/events-dates-and-inspiration...2022-04-2233 min
Financing NatureEpisode 16: Gwyn Williams, Head of Conservation Investment, RSPBHow do eNGOs begin to adopt commercial finance in order to pay for conservation or restoration aims? Gwyn Williams, head of conservation investment, shares the experience of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) as the charity has expanded to debt and equity finance, in addition to exploring forms of private finance - such as peatland carbon credits or biodiversity net gain - in order to meet conservation demands. 2022-04-1338 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 13 UPLANDSStephen and Kate are joined by Senior Conservation Officer Claire Smith to talk about how important uplands are for nature and what needs to be done to make them even better. There's a surprise visit from a special raptor and Stephen has a lovely walk in the Caledonian Pine Forest with Ewan Craig from the National Capercaillie Survey.LINKSSouth of Scotland Golden Eagle Projecthttps://www.goldeneaglessouthofscotland.co.uk/Scottish Government Farming Strategyhttps://www.gov.scot/publications/next-step-delivering-vision-scotland-leader-sustainable-regenerative-farming/Video about Ewan's survey workhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2022-03-1734 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 12 SIGNS OF SPRINGStephen and Kate are seeing early signs of Spring. They are joined by young naturalist Sorrel Lyall to talk about what it's like to work on North Ronaldsay ringing birds. Stephen also takes a walk on RSPB Scotland's Loch Leven Nature Reserve with Senior Habitats and Species officer James Silvey to see what evidence of spring there is amongst the sleet. Stephen apologises to some ducks and Kate makes a Celtic connection.LINKSInteresting organisations looking at nature and inclusionhttps://www.flocktogether.world/https://www.bootsandbeards.co.uk/North Ronaldsay Observatory 2022-02-2233 min
Get BirdingGet Birding's RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch Special: Chris Packham, Samuel West, Miranda Krestovnikoff , Dr Amir Khan, Sam Lee & Edwyn CollinsIn this special one-off episode featuring a host of voices, Get Birding celebrates the RSPB’s Big Garden Birdwatch 2022 in collaboration with the charity for their annual citizen science event.Presenter Hamza Yassin encourages anyone in the UK to spend an hour spotting birds in their local park, green space or garden as part of this yearly weekend event. In 2021 over 1 million people took part, spotting 17 million birds.Nature legend Chris Packham explains how to take part whilst RSPB President and nature presenter Miranda Krestovnikoff reveals how the data we gather in the BG...2022-01-2852 min
The Friday Night Clive PodcastSeason 3 #06 RSPB Big Garden BirdwatchNext on the Friday Night Clive Podcast, we hear from Beth Markey from RSPB England to talk about the Big Garden Birdwatch.2022-01-2614 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 11 BIG GARDEN BIRDWATCH SPECIALJoin Kate, Stephen and Head of Habitats and Species Paul Walton for a bit of birdwatching and some tips on how to have a great Big Garden Birdwatch. The team also delve into the real science behind the event. Paul chats about glow in the dark blue tits, Kate is thinking about pigeon milk and Stephen doesn't want to play wrens at board games.LINKSNATURE PRESCRIPTIONShttps://www.rspb.org.uk/globalassets/downloads/documents/nature-prescriptions/Edinburgh-pilot-final-report.pdfFEEDING BIRDS SAFELYhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qA8Kj0zu2YQ...2022-01-2032 minNature News from RSPB ScotlandEPISODE 10 REVIEW OF THE YEARStephen and Kate are joined by Senior Policy Officer Isobel Mercer and Senior Conservation Officer David Hunt to look back at 2021. It's been a massive year for nature and the conversation ranges from the biggest Big Garden Birdwatch of all time to Glasgow's moment in the global spotlight during COP26. They also take time to share their biggest personal nature moments of the year.LINKSTake part in Big Garden Birdwatch https://www.rspb.org.uk/get-involved/activities/birdwatch/More on Seabird deaths https://twitter.com/RSPBScotland/status/1456667626722168834A little reminder of what it...2021-12-1331 min