BIRD RACE 2025 |
The annual Guernsey Bird Race is on Sunday 04 May. Teams of up to four people will compete to see as many species as possible in a 24-hour period. New teams would be most welcome - further details by emailing - Ornithology@societe.org.gg |
Next Outdoor Meeting - Friday 6th June - Boat Trip |
Departing promptly at 5.30pm from the slipway at the Albert Dock by the Fishermen's Quay ///protects.than.occurs.
The boat trip on Margaret K with skipper Richard Keen will go between Herm and Jethou to see Puffins and Fulmars, then on to Les Burons, off Creux Harbour in Sark to see the recently-established colony of seabirds, mostly Guillemots and a few Razorbills. Cost £35. Please email ornithology@societe.org.gg to book your place. |
Next Indoor Meeting - Thursday 5th June |
The next meeting will be held at Candie, at 7.30pm on Thursday 5th June. Any issues for discussion can be emailed to ornithology@societe.org.gg. |
Uploading photos |
When a photo is uploaded initially, a glitch shows the species as 'unidentified shrew'. Go to 'upload photos' and choose 'edit details' alongside the photo. Use the species drop down list to choose the actual species and 'update'. |
BTO Heathland Bird Survey |
Open to members and non-members - volunteers needed! Email ornithology@societe.org.gg for further information and if you'd like to sign up. |
Bird Section Subs 2025 |
Dear birders, 2025 Bird Section subscriptions can be paid now. Annual subs pay for costs such as the hosting of this website, nestboxes on La Societe's nature reserves and upkeep of seven public bird hides. By paying just £5, you will be supporting and promoting local birdlife. Cash, online payments or standing orders only please - please email jamie.hooper@cwgsy.net for banking details. Note that Paypal cannot be used for renewals. Only Societe members can technically be section members but donations from non-members are welcome too! Many thanks and happy birding. |
Colin Best NR - hide access |
At present La Societe does not hold a lease on this nature reserve. The hide overlooking the freshwater Scrape is still in situ but is in a state of disrepair. The landowner remains happy for people to access the hide (only) but visitors will not be covered by La Societe's insurance. |
Use of uploaded photographs |
We are always pleased for people to upload their photos to the website.
For clarification, from now on, by submitting photos to this website, you agree that they may be used by the Ornithology Section and La Société Guernesiaise for publications such as newsletters, event posters, reports, surveys etc.
Photos will be credited where possible. Sharing photos and sightings on this website helps to improve out wildlife knowledge and contributes to science and conservation. |
Protection for local waders |
Over the last 40 years, local populations of many wading birds have plummeted and some species have been lost entirely. The long-running 'Wader Count' survey shows that disturbance is a major factor in the decline. If you agree that our waders need urgent protection at key sites, please email the States of Guernsey Agriculture, Countryside and Land Management Service (ACLMS) at this address - aclms@gov.gg |