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Claire Carvell @clairecarvell.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Super proud to have worked on this key paper from @pomscheme.bsky.social It navigates some complex modelling challenges but always a pleasure to collaborate with everyone involved 😊 @francescamancini.bsky.social @drnickisaac.bsky.social @ukladybirds.bsky.social @kitenet.bsky.social

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Countryside Jobs Service @countrysidejobs.bsky.social · 3h

Collaborative seabed mapping reveals rare coral colony in UK waters - @jncc.bsky.social A rare pink sea fan colony (Eunicella verrucosa) has been discovered off of the south-west coast of England. c-js.uk/46Urjnn

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Collaborative seabed mapping reveals rare coral colony in UK waters

A rare pink sea fan colony (Eunicella verrucosa) has been discovered off of the south-west coast of England.

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Aren't Black Guillemots striking birds at all times of year?! This year, we've had one of the largest non-census year site coverages throughout SMP's time! If you've got Black Guillemot data to submit, please do so by October 31st. #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

Images of Black Guillemots in summer and winter/juvenile plumage.

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

(1/) As you may know, BBS started in 1994, so it has been running for over 30 years! Another similar monitoring scheme, the Polish Common Breeding Bird Survey is now celebrating 25 years of data. Read on to find out more…. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social #Ornithology #CitizenScience

A Wryneck is shown. It is a small, cryptically camouflaged Woodpecker species. It is perched on a branch facing right.

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UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) @ukceh.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🐝 🪰 How can we track change across the UK's insect pollinators? A new paper from @pomscheme.bsky.social outlines how we're generating robust metrics to monitor pollinator trends at a national scale. Another key milestone for PoMS! besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... 🧪 1/

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Tim Holt-Wilson @timholtwilson.bsky.social · 9h

'Government report highlights Britain’s overseas invertebrates are in great peril'. www.buglife.org.uk/blog/governm... Based on 'Update on the status of endemic and globally threatened species in the UK Overseas Territories' (Report 835 @jncc.bsky.social). #Buglife #Insects #conservation #ecology

Spiky Yellow Woodlouse - Pseudolaureola atlantica - looking like a bright yellow, bristly loo brush. Photo @ MikeThorsen

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 8h

Yesterday we welcomed 35 delegates from the Lithuanian Government and Agencies to our Peterborough office for a workshop on the UK Protected Areas System Here's what we covered 🧵

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🌊 A newly discovered pink sea fan coral colony off the South West coast of England shows the power of collaborative seabed mapping in action 🔗 bit.ly/4AT1lhU #CHAS2026 #SeabedMapping #CSM2026

A shot from above a grey brown seabed. Dotted along are peachy-coral coloured corals shaped like fans

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Effectively preparing & responding to pollution spills are vital to 🪸protecting marine biodiversity 🌊strengthening disaster resilience 🐟supporting communities & livelihoods That’s why JNCC are pleased to be participating in #SpillAsia2026 with global experts

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

With many seabirds now beginning to migrate to wintering grounds, there’s still some time to see them at coastal and inland sites before they depart. Keep an eye out for adults and juveniles alike, such as this young Arctic Tern! #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

An image of a juvenile Arctic Tern in flight.

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🌊 Collaboration & knowledge exchange are essential for understanding & protecting our #MarineEnvironment Recently, JNCC colleagues joined the Integrated #SOCAR Workshop alongside @cefasgovuk.bsky.social to share the UK's experience in regional marine assessment & evidence-based management 🧵

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Over the past week, we’ve received additional colony count data from the 2026 season for 16 SMP species, including Great Skua! If you haven’t submitted your data yet, there’s still time before the October 31st deadline. #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

An image of numerous Great Skuas. One of the species for which additional data has been submitted this week.

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🪸 Interested in #CoralReef conservation in the Caribbean & Western Atlantic UK Overseas Territories? 📩 Sign up to receive News from C-COT, the quarterly newsletter from the Coral Conservation in the UK Overseas Territories Working Group: eepurl.com/xakl0Jee51 #UKOTs

A close up of a coral reef. Everything is blue shaded. Some blue and yelllow fish dart around the coral

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🦎 From the Grand Cayman Blue Iguana to St Helena's iconic Wirebird, the UK Overseas Territories are home to over 90% of the UK's endemic species. These species are found nowhere else on Earth 🧵🔽 #UKOverseasTerritories #NatureRecovery

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

(1/) It has been something of a Quail ‘year’ this year. This mysterious species is sometimes recorded on BBS squares, almost exclusively detected by its loud and distinctive ‘Wet My Lips!’ call that is typically delivered from deep cover. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social #Ornithology

A Quail is shown. It is small brown game bird with streaked plumage. It is perched on the ground.

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Black-headed Gulls — rather noisy gulls, especially at breeding colonies! Their notable ‘black head’ comes and goes, but other plumage features change throughout their lives too. Take a look at the examples below to find out more! #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

An image of Black-headed Gulls in different stages of life/plumage. Images include a young juvenile, older juvenile, 1st-summer individual, and adults in both winter and summer plumage.

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

How resilient are the supply chains behind the food we consume every day? Around 50% of UK food consumption relies on imports from other countries. Yet #ClimateChange, #BiodiversityLoss & geopolitical events can affect the flow of goods around the world 🌍 🧵🔽

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

We've had over 1,000 colony count submissions to the SMP in 2026 so far! Of the 23 seabird species with data, Fulmar has the most. Remember to submit your colony count and breeding success data before the October 31st data deadline. #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Razorbill — perhaps one of our most striking seabirds! Take a look at the post below to find out more about this cliff-nesting species. #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

Image of a Razorbill with an accompanying species fact file which highlights wingspan (60 - 69cm), maximum age (41 years), diet (fish), number of eggs (1), when to see (year-round), and number of pairs in Britain and Northern Ireland (165,000).

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

This #CleanAirDay we're highlighting ammonia, a significant air pollutant Ammonia emissions can contribute to the formation of PM2.5, tiny particles in the air linked to harmful health effects Cleaner air benefits people, nature & the economy 💙

Three image panel. The first images shows a walkway through a woody and mossy forest. The second is a herd of cows staring directly at the viewer. The third image is the backs of two people sat on a hill in a park. A group of people can be seen in the background sat down

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

🌿 Are you an experienced leader with expertise in governance, risk, assurance or compliance? We're recruiting an Independent External Member for JNCC's Audit & Risk Assurance Committee. 📍 Hybrid role 📅 Approx. 10 days/year ⏰ Closes 2 October 🔗 jncc.gov.uk/about-jncc/c... #TogetherForNature

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

The BBS data entry deadline has now passed. Excluding the distance that BBS & WBBS volunteers cover to get to their squares or stretches, this is the cumulative distance covered by surveyors this year. Great effort everyone! @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social

An infographic showing the total distance covered by BBS & WBBS volunteers during 2026. BBS volunteers covered 14,804km & WBBS volunteers covered 1,554km.

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

So far in 2026, Black-headed Gulls have the highest number of breeding success submissions among the 25 SMP species — that means lots of juveniles like this one! Don't forget to submit your data by October 31st, the data deadline. #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

So far this year, we’ve received Black Guillemot data from 52 Northern Ireland sites — the highest number for this species-country combination in 39 years of SMP submissions! Thanks to all who monitored sites and submitted data. #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social

An image of a Black Guillemot with the text 'Record Alert!'.

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Grantham Institute - Climate Change and the Environment @granthamicl.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Event Report: Nature Positive Futures We held an in-person event on the @ipbes.net Business & Biodiversity Assessment with leading figures from business, civil society, NGO, policy, and research to explore key drivers for change around business and biodiversity 🧵 Read more: buff.ly/vlDTkKf

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

🌿 As a partner in RLAS, we're delighted to support the launch of this new project portal, helping connect projects, share learning & strengthen the evidence needed for effective #NatureRecovery. Find out more 🔽 #RLASPartnership #TogetherForNature

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

More good news for terns, with a record number of Little Tern chicks fledging at Beacon Lagoons, Spurn! Read @spurnbirdobs.bsky.social post here: www.facebook.com/share/p/18JA... #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The data entry deadline for BBS & WBBS survey data is now only a week away. Please enter your data soon, so your Regional Organiser has a sufficient amount of time to verify it. Any questions, please get in touch! @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology

The caption says: 'One week to go!' A male Greenfinch is featured. It is a sturdy finch with an olive green body, yellow on its wings and a sturdy beak.

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

(1/) An inspirational BBS volunteer story comes from Annie Shadrake. In this blog post, she shares her experience of surveying two BBS squares and a WBBS stretch in the Yorkshire Dales: www.bto.org/our-work/new... @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology

The tile shows Annie Shadrake, who surveys BBS squares and WBBS stretches in the Yorkshire Dales.

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

📢 #WeAreSeeking a Digital Delivery Manager. Passionate about delivering great digital projects that make a real difference? bit.ly/JNCCjob2026051 ⭐Hybrid working role with a base in Peterborough, Aberdeen or Cardiff ⭐Permanent contract ⭐£41,525 ⭐Closing date 20 Sept 2026 #Digital #JobOpportunity

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

🎥 From evidence to action for nature. #BioBusinessLive brought together 100+ representatives from business, government & civil society to discuss practical steps needed to drive #NaturePositive action ahead of #COP17 Watch the highlights⬇️ 🔗 jncc.gov.uk/news/biodive... @naturescot.bsky.social

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🌍 Help shape the future of nature #WeAreRecruiting a Director of Comms & Engagement to lead how JNCC communicates science, builds partnerships & turns evidence into action. 🔗 jncc.gov.uk/about-jncc/c... 📌 Hybrid role (Peterborough/Aberdeen/Cardiff base) ⏰ Closes 31 August #ForNaturePeoplePlanet

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🚨 Our latest e-newsletter is out now! In this issue: 🐝 New statistic for insect pollinators 🤝 Business + Biodiversity Live - driving action for nature 🌿 The benefits of restoring Northern Ireland’s peatlands 🔗 Sign up: bit.ly/JNCC-NN-SignUp #ForNaturePeoplePlanet

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

There are now only three weeks to go to submit your BBS data! If you would like a refresher on how to enter your data online, this video should help!: youtu.be/4uRgFHNOnY0?... Any questions, please email bbs@bto.org. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology

The caption says 'Three Weeks to Go!'. A Robin is shown perched on a branch. It has a red breast and a grey stomach.

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Ever wondered how we might attract gulls and terns to new breeding sites, such as a tern raft? See the Solent Seascape Project's post here: www.facebook.com/share/p/1HYu... to read about how @rspbengland.bsky.social uses decoys to attract birds! #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social

An image of a Common Tern and its chick on a tern raft.

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

(1/) Although not as easily recognisable as Cuckoo, which we featured last week, Tree Pipit is another species that has increased in Scotland and declined in England. It is often found in heathland, bogs and conifer plantations. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social

An image of a Tree Pipit. It is a small brown bird with black streaks on its breast. It is perched on a branch.

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

🌿 Food, energy, housing, climate action & nature recovery all compete for space on the UK's limited land. Our latest Science Signpost explores the case for multifunctional land-use. 🔗 jncc.gov.uk/signpost-lan... #LandUse 🧵🔽

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

(1/) Cuckoo is another species that is often associated with heathland. The BBS trend for different parts of the UK is currently showing some interesting results. It has increased in Scotland, but it has declined in England… @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social

An image of a perched Cuckoo. It is a grey bird with a striped chest. It has yellow eyes.

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

🌿 Northern Ireland's #peatlands support wildlife, store carbon & help reduce flood risk. Our new report for @daera-ni.gov.uk reviews the evidence and shows restoration actions can improve biodiversity, water quality & carbon storage. Read more: jncc.gov.uk/news/new-evi... #NatureRecovery

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

It's been a record year for Sandwich Terns nesting on islands at #RSPBPaghamHarbour, following long term efforts to protect and restore them! Read RSPB England's breakdown here: www.facebook.com/share/p/1Dx4... #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

An image of Sandwich Terns and their young, promoting the successful breeding season the species has had at RSPB Pagham Harbour

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

The latest breeding success records submitted to the SMP include Kittiwake fledglings like these two! They easily stand out from their parents thanks to their black collar and dark wing bands! #Seabirds @btoscotland.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

Two images of young Kittiwake. One perched and one in flight.

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

(1/) Staying on the heathland birds theme, today, we focus on the aerobatic Hobby. Although not restricted to heathland, this species is regularly seen catching invertebrates over this habitat. Read on more for more… @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspbscience.bsky.social #Ornithology

A Hobby is shown. It is a small falcon with scimitar shaped wings. It has mottled underparts.

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The National Plant Monitoring Scheme @npms.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Species Spotlight Lesser Butterfly Orchid - Platanthera bifolia has two strictly parallel pollinia in the centre of the flower, which are close together & about 2mm long, compared to the divergent, wider spaced & 3-4mm long pollinia in the Greater Butterfly Orchid. 📷 C Harris

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Butterfly Conservation @savebutterflies.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

An incredible 60,000 citizen scientists have taken part in the #BigButterflyCount so far. Thank you! 💚🦋 Together, you have recorded over 900,000 butterflies and moths across the UK, with the Gatekeeper currently in top position. 📷: Megan Lowe

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

🌱 How can we ensure land supports nature, climate resilience & people? JNCC joined government, conservation & land management organisations at Defra’s 'Walking the Talk on Land Use' roundtable, hosted by Ruth Davis, to discuss the Land Use Framework & UK's #30x30 ambitions 🧵

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Breeding Bird Surveys (BBS) @bbs-birds.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

(1/) This week, we head north for an interesting study that was conducted by Nord University in Norway. It used an online bird identification test to upskill survey volunteers in order to increase the number of species that were detected during surveys. @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social

An image of a Fieldfare. It has a white belly, a grey head and a grey tail. It is a thrush species perched on a branch.

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Vin Fleming @vin-fleming.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

A really useful blog. Building social justice into projects and programmes isn’t just a ‘nice to have’ but an element that should be factored into projects and objectives at the start if outcomes are going to be sustained long-term

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UK Seabird Monitoring Programme @smp-seabirds.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

After a spring and summer of seabird fieldwork, data entry might not be at the top of your mind. So, if you need a complete refresher or just want to pick up some handy submission tips, watch our new video here! youtu.be/8Ai7XQLHi3I #Seabirds @btobirds.bsky.social @jncc.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social

An image of a Kittiwake with text indicating that the SMP have released a submitting your data video tutorial.

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

📢#WeAreSeeking two Executive Assistants - proactive professionals for high-quality administrative & operational support to a Chief Officer bit.ly/JNCCjob20264... ⭐Hybrid working role based in Peterborough or Aberdeen ⭐Permanent contract ⭐£28,558 ⭐Closing date 11 August 2026

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JNCC @jncc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🌍 A busy week in Geneva for JNCC's #CITES team at the 34th meeting of the CITES Animals Committee #AC34 Over 500 wildlife experts from 78 Governments & 79 Observer Organisations gathered to discuss the sustainable conservation & management of species traded internationally 🧵

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