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Official BritishBirds.com Bluesky account. For those who love British Birds. We welcome all those with a passion for Wild birds from wherever you live in the World!

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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Hoopoe (Upupa epops) photo by StewRat in Tenerife.. www.instagram.com/p/DeF6PJfqN2...
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wildlife.net on Instagram: "Eurasian Hoopoe (Upupa epops): 28cm (11in). Native to Europe, Asia, the northern half of Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Madagascar, this species passes through Israel whic...
1 likes, 0 comments - wildlifenet on October 4, 2026: "Eurasian Hoopoe (Upupa epops): 28cm (11in). Native to Europe, Asia, the northern half of Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Madagascar, this species...
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
Bass Rock, Scotland.. youtube.com/shorts/nPtNA...
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Bass Rock off the Scottish coast is the world's largest Northern Gannet breeding colony. 70000 birds
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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica): This 28cm (11in) seabird is much adored across the Atlantic, breeding from Maine in the USA to Newfoundland in Canada, Iceland, Ireland, Greenland, Norway and the UK. Photo taken by StewRat off Staffa, Scotland #puffin #atlanticpuffin #staffa #wildlife #scotland
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Black Swan (Cygnus atratus): This 142cm (56in) large water bird with mostly black plumage and a red bill is native to Australia, however, they have been introduced into other regions and also re-introduced into New Zealand. Terrific photo taken by Jón Óskar Hauksson in Iceland #blackswan #swan #bird
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
If you have Wildlife Photos, Video or info you'd like to share in the Wildlife community please Share at: www.facebook.com/share/g/1Vfe...
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Eurasian Hoopoe (Upupa epops): 28cm (11in). This Afro-Eurasian bird is distinguished by its colourful plumage and the crown of feathers which it can extend. Spectacular photo taken by Bernard Liegeois in France. #hoopoe #bird #nature #france #wildlife #bsky
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Thank you Steve Irwin for all you did for Wildlife Conservation #steveirwin #wildlife #conservation #australia
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Eurasian Wren (Troglodytes troglodytes): 9cm (3.5in) #wren #eurasianwren #bird #nature #wildlife #bsky youtube.com/shorts/BeuS1...
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Eurasian Wren #wren #bird #eurasianwren #nature #wildlife
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
European Robin (Erithacus rubecula) #robin #bird #birds #wildlife
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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Eurasian Nuthatch (Sitta europaea): This 14cm (5.5in) Asian & European bird of temperate woodland is recognisable by its short tail and long bill. Photo taken by Steve Berry in Cheshire, UK. #nuthatch
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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Eurasian Bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula): These magnificent 16cm (6in) finches feed their young insects during the breeding season, but the rest of the year they normally feed on seeds, fruit and buds. Fantastic photo taken by Christiane Old in the UK. #bullfinch #bird #birds #nature #wildlife
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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Goldfinch #goldfinch
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Baby Birds - Oxytocin Warning ⚠️ #babybirds #birds #oxytocin #stressrelief #nature #wildlife #bsky youtube.com/shorts/udX8b...
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Baby Birds #babybirds #birds #oxytocin #stressrelief #nature #wildlife
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Barn Swallow (Hirundo rustica): This 19cm (7.5in) bird is the most widespread species of swallow in the world, building nests on infrastructure such as bridges, homes, stables and of course barns. Cracking image of a pair of swallows on a wire taken by Sharkalot in the UK #barnswallow #swallow #bsky
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
European Robin (Erithacus rubecula): Thank you Jeremy Franklin for sharing your photo taken at sundown in Hampshire, UK. #robin #robinredbreast #bird #birds #nature #hampshire #wildlife #bsky
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Birds @worldbirds.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Indian Peafowl (phylum Chordata): Peafowl is a common name for three bird species in the genera Pavo and Afropavo of the family Phasianidae. Thank you Martina Olivia for sharing your photo of a male Peafowl aka a Peacock. #peafowl #peacock #bird #birds #nature #wildlife
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
🌈 What a Wonderful World 🌍 youtube.com/shorts/5SaQ9... #sirdavidattenborough #attenborough #davidattenborough #nature #wildlife #WhataWonderfulWorld #bsky
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🌈What a Wonderful🌍#SirDavidAttenborough #davidattenborough #attenborough #wildlife #natur
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Osprey (Pandion haliaetus): This large raptor is about 60cm (24in) in length with a wingspan of 180cm (71in) and can be found in all continents with the exception of Antarctica. The bird of prey almost exclusively feeds on fish Photo by Eugene Thomas Cunningham in the UK. #osprey #wildlife #nature
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Hoopoe (Upupa epops): photo taken by StewRat in Szeged, Hungary #hoopoe #szeged #stewrat #hungary #bird #nature #wildlife #bsky
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
Eurasian Otter (Lutra lutra): This European and Asian semi-aquatic mammal feeds mainly on fish, but amphibians and ducklings are also taken. Photo taken by StewRat at Wildlife.net #otter #otters #nature #wildlife #sussex
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Goldcrest (Regulus regulus): Brightly coloured crest feathers give this tiny 8.5cm (3.3in) bird its name. It is Europe's smallest bird and is also found in parts of Asia. A member of the Kinglet family, it seeks insects to feed on & is quite often seen in flocks with other birds #goldcrest #wildlife
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
We are saddened to learn of the passing of the inspiring and brilliant Naturalist and Conservationist Bill Oddie. We've not only lost a wonderful Ornithologist but also a writer, showman, comedian and genuine Goodie.. ..Thank you for inspiring us Bill 💚 #billoddie
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Peacock Butterfly (Aglais io): This colourful butterfly species is native to temperate Asia & Europe, it has a wingspan of 55mm (2.16in) and hibernates in trees or buildings during winter, it can use its eye-spots as an anti-predator deterrent. Beautiful photo taken by Susan Howe in the UK #peacock
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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 10/07/2026
Common Chaffinch. #chaffinch #wildlife #bird #birds #nature #finch #finches #bsky
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
Great Tit (Parus major): This 14cm (5.5in) bright yellow breasted bird has a black head and long black bib. Feeding on insects this bird is native to Europe, Asia and North Africa and has a wingspan of 25cm (10in). They can be tempted to bird tables to feed on nuts & seeds. #greattit #bird #nature
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Wildlife Clothing @wildlifeclothing.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Puffin T-Shirt share.google/jR9A80BCsZxP... #puffin #atlanticpuffin #puffins #bird #wildlife #nature #wildlifeclothing
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Sprinkle a little happiness into your day with this Puffin T-Shirt. We've mixed casual style with an awesome photo taken by Wildlife Photographer Stew...
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Wildlife of the Canaries.. #hoopoe #pilotwhale #dolphin #wildlife #canaryislands youtube.com/shorts/qb4CH...
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Wildlife of the Canaries.. #wildlife #hoopoe #pilotwhale #dolphin #parkclubeurope
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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Blue Tits Nesting!! 💙💛 www.facebook.com/share/r/1Bac... #bluetit #bluetits #bird #birds #wildlife #nesting #smokebreak #smoking #nosmoking
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Hoopoe (Upupa epops): Thanks to the top instructor Fabi at Park Club Europe in Tenerife for coaching air gun targeting this morning mainly for kids but can't believe I hit the target 😂 between photographing Hoopoe! (No risk of mixing the two things!!) #ParkClubEurope #hoopoe #fabi #bird #wildlife
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Thank you to All those who provide water for wildlife in Extreme Temperatures 🌡️ ☀️ ❄️ You are making a real difference! Photo: European Starlings by Stewart Guy.
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
European Robin (Erithacus rubecula): The "Robin Redbreast" was given its nickname long before a distinction was made in the English language between "Red" & "Orange". Thank you again Matthew Cassar for sharing your lovely photo of this singing Robin taken in the UK 🎶🎵 #robin #robinredbreast #bird
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata): This duck species is native to Asia and is distinguished by its stunning plumage. Many birds have escaped from collections and there are now 7000 living wild in the UK & large populations in Germany & USA. Terrific image taken by Norman Rice in Nottinghamshire, UK.
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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
European Robin (Erithacus rubecula): The "Robin Redbreast" was given its nickname long before a distinction was made in the English language between "Red" & "Orange". Thank you Danielle Watson for sharing your photo taken in the UK. #europeanrobin #robin #bird #birds #bsky #bluesky #robins
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Red Kite (Milvus milvus): This European, Asian and north African bird of prey utilises its wingspan of up to 179cm (70in) to great affect, soaring, drifting and when necessary acrobatically diving. In-flight photo taken by David Newman in the UK. #RedKite #kite #bird #birds #wildlife #nature #bsky
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
The Isle of May is a rugged National Nature Reserve in Scotland's Firth of Forth hosting over 250,000 seabirds, including puffins, guillemots, and razorbills and a massive grey seal colony. If you want to visit the Hebrides, Shetland and Isle of May in future check out @wilddiscovery.bsky.social 💚
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Eurasian Hoopoe (Upupa epops): 28cm (11in). This bird is the National bird of Israel and is the most widespread species of the genus Upupa. Native to Europe, Asia, the northern half of Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Madagascar. Neat photo taken by Ben Jacek. #hoopoe #bird #wildlife #nature #hoopoes
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Brahminy Kite (Haliastur indus): 52cm (20.5in). "In the quiet of early morning, the full moon aligned with a brahminy kite in flight, a perfect moment I waited to capture!" Kelvin Leong. Thank you Kelvin for sharing your superb photo aligned with the moon in Singapore. #BrahminyKite #kite #wildlife
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
Common Guillemot www.instagram.com/reel/DZP28Yq... Common Guillemot (Uria aalge): 46cm (28in). This is a large auk, one of several species called murre or guillemot. It has a circumpolar distribution, occurring in low-Arctic and boreal waters. #guillemot #bsky #seabirds #birds #wildlife #nature
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British Birds @british-birds.bsky.social · 06/06/2026
Insect population decline impacts on food availability for many bird species.. vm.tiktok.com/ZNRvrYjnC/0
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
Bass Rock in Scotland is the world's largest Northern Gannet nesting colony with over 70,000 birds #gannet #gannets #bassrock #nature #wildlife thanks to @wilddiscovery.bsky.social @huwlewisjones.bsky.social and other awesome expedition team members for sharing your expertise and knowledge..
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Bexhill @bexhill.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
Herring Gulls flocking on the beach at Bexhill this afternoon.. #bexhill #sussex #beach #herringgull #gull #gulls #birds #bird #wildlife #nature #seaside #bsky
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Common Blue Butterfly. Thank you Jeremy Franklin for sharing your photo taken in Hampshire, UK 💙 #butterfly #blue #commonblue #wildlife #nature #hampshire #commonbluebutterfly
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Common Kingfisher (Alcedo atthis): This European, North African & Asian species of Kingfisher has a wingspan of 25cm(9.8in). They nest in burrows close to lake edges or in riverbanks & defend their feeding territories from other kingfishers. Photo of a Kingfisher diving taken by Will Brown in the UK
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Short-eared Owl (Asio flammeus): 43cm (17in). This species of Owl has tufts of feathers resembling mammalian ears. These "ear" tufts may or may not be visible. The short-eared owl will display its tufts when in a defensive pose. Thank you Kenny McCormick for sharing your photos taken in South Uist 🦉
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Mute Swan (Cygnus olor): These large 170cm (67in) water birds are native to Europe, Asia and N.Africa. They have also been introduced into N.America and Australia. 🦢 Beautiful photo taken by Russell Nurse in the UK. #muteswan #swan #swans #bird #wildlife #nature
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 17/05/2026
Eurasian Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus) These 12cm (4.7in) little European & Asian birds usually nest in holes in trees. In many areas where there are few mature trees or in urban areas these birds are well adapted to using nest boxes. Brilliant baby Blue Tit photo taken by Saphire Kindred in the UK
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Wildlife @worldwildlife.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Wildlife.net has been privileged to join the first Wildlife Conservation Expedition through the Hebrides & Shetland since 1966. Thanks to Expedition Leaders Rachael & Dan from www.Wild-Discovery.com and their team of Experts. #hebrides #wildlife #nature #scotland #hwdt youtube.com/shorts/FjIYl...
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Wildlife.net joined a Wildlife Conservation Expedition by Wild-Discovery.com in the Hebrides 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica): This 28cm (11in) seabird is much adored across the Atlantic, breeding from Maine in the USA to Newfoundland in Canada, Iceland, Ireland, Greenland, Norway & the UK. Photo taken by Stewart Guy, Day 7 Shetland, Scotland #puffin #atlanticpuffin #wildlife #shetland
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Stewart Guy @stewartguy.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Common Redshank (Tringa totanus): 29cm (11.5in). This is a Eurasian wader with distinctive red legs. Photo taken by Stewart Guy in Haroldswick, Shetland. #redshank #wildlife #nature #bird #wader #haroldwick #shetland #scotland
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