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birdwatchers
Coverage of birdwatchers in the Nexus archive.
- Why budding birders are flocking to Shazam-like apps to identify avians
Birdwatchers are using Shazam-like apps to identify birds, transforming their hobby and attracting new enthusiasts. The BBC interviewed birdwatchers about how these apps have changed their lifelong hobby.
- Tropical heron spotted in UK for first time as more exotic birds arrive to thrill birdwatchers
A western reef heron, a tropical bird typically found between west Africa and India, was first spotted in the UK in north Wales. Experts suggest that rising temperatures may allow such species to survive British winters, leading to more sightings.