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Keep up to date with what's going on in nature. Host Stephen Magee will have the latest news on wildlife, policy and what's going on on RSPB Scotland's amazing reserves. Get in touch @RSPBScotland on Twitter or podcast.scotland@RSPB.org.uk

  1. JUL 8

    How to Listen to Birds Episode 6

    In 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.

    25 min

  2. JUN 14

    How to Listen to Birds Episode 5

    Stephen 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.uk

    27 min

  3. MAY 29

    How to Listen to Birds Episode 4

    In 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...

    24 min

  4. MAY 17

    How to Listen to Birds Episode 3

    In 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...

    24 min

  5. MAY 10

    How to Listen to Birds Episode 2

    Stephen 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 T**s 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 be...

    20 min

  6. MAY 3

    How to Listen to Birds Episode 1

    How 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 encoun...

    20 min

  7. JAN 25

    EPISODE 29 BIG GARDEN BIRDWATCH 2024

    It'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...

    38 min

  8. 12/01/2023

    EPISODE 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...

    42 min
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Keep up to date with what's going on in nature. Host Stephen Magee will have the latest news on wildlife, policy and what's going on on RSPB Scotland's amazing reserves. Get in touch @RSPBScotland on Twitter or podcast.scotland@RSPB.org.uk

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    RSPB Scotland
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    48
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