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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Can you recognize all 14 birds from the pictures? Test yourself – getting all right is a great score

A quiz invites readers to identify various birds returning to Finland in spring, underscoring the joy of birdwatching during this season.

Mar 21 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Birdwatching: The Woman of Birds

Eva Schneider describes her passion for birdwatching and identifies a specific song thrush perched on a tree branch.

Mar 20 • 14:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UFMS opens registrations for ecological birdwatching trail

The Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS) is offering registrations for an ecological birdwatching trail guided by Professor Simone Mamede.

Mar 20 • 13:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Rare eastern cuckoo observed in Finland for the second time – found in Kuhmo last summer

A rare eastern cuckoo was spotted in Kuhmo, Finland, marking only the second observation of this bird in the country’s history, as confirmed by Bird Life Finland's rarity committee.

Mar 19 • 11:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Migratory birds set local arrival records across Finland – late winter may still surprise early arrivals

Birdwatchers in Finland report an early influx of migratory birds, setting local arrival records despite the potential for a late winter.

Mar 19 • 11:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Birdwatching attracts tourists and families to the Piedade region

Birdwatching in Piedade, São Paulo, has become a popular activity for tourists and families, drawing attention to its rich biodiversity, particularly the variety of hummingbirds.

Mar 15 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

‘Different’ hummingbird spotted in MG intrigues observer: ‘I almost didn't believe it’

A birdwatcher in Brazil captured images of an unusually colored hummingbird, prompting intrigue and excitement in the birdwatching community.

Mar 12 • 15:56 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Birdwatching: Brain in a Heightened State

Birdwatching is not just a hobby but a lifestyle that keeps the brain fit, particularly welcomed in spring.

Mar 12 • 09:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Blue Macaw Tree': Photographer captures rare scene in the Pantanal of MS

Photographer Luiz Felipe Mendes captured a rare scene of over 30 blue macaws gathering on a single tree in Pantanal, Brazil.

Mar 11 • 18:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

New birdwatching TV show likened to Gone Fishing launching with two big name actors

A new birdwatching television series called 'Sam & Ade Go Birding' featuring actors Samuel West and Adrian Edmonson is set to launch on Channel 5.

Mar 10 • 20:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Birdwatching will have guided outings during COP15 in Campo Grande

During the COP15 in Campo Grande, residents and visitors can participate in guided birdwatching activities to learn about local biodiversity.

Mar 9 • 23:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

After six years, the Eurasian Eagle-Owl returns to live birdwatching

The Eurasian Eagle-Owl, known for its distinctive tufted ears and large orange eyes, is making a comeback in Latvia after a six-year hiatus from live birdwatching.

Mar 5 • 10:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

What is the impact of birdwatching on brain architecture and cognitive longevity

A study reveals that intensive birdwatching can lead to structural changes in the brain, potentially mitigating cognitive decline associated with aging.

Mar 4 • 09:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

This nature-related hobby can be beneficial in slowing down brain aging

A study examines the impact of birdwatching on brain structure and functions.

Mar 3 • 11:47 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Bird Shuffle at Feeders. The Order of the Most Common Winter Visitors Has Changed for the First Time

A recent birdwatching event in the Czech Republic revealed surprising shifts in the rankings of winter bird visitors at feeders, with the blackbird achieving its highest-ever position.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Look who visits our gardens

A winter birdwatching event in Estonia attracted over 3,000 participants who collectively observed more than 57,000 birds across the country, highlighting its positive impact on mental health.

Feb 25 • 06:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Leaving the concrete: project offers free walks to observe birds in SP parks

A project in São Paulo, Brazil, offers free guided birdwatching walks in urban parks to promote biodiversity conservation.

Feb 24 • 14:32 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Nature Museum invites to participate in the photo contest "My Bird 2026"

The Latvian Nature Museum is hosting a photo contest titled "My Bird 2026" to engage the public in birdwatching and nature appreciation.

Feb 20 • 06:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Gotta watch ‘em all? Pokémon-style app for birdwatching launches

A new app called Birdex gamifies birdwatching by allowing users to collect digital cards of bird species in the UK, accumulating points for sightings and fostering competition among friends.

Feb 17 • 16:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

WATCH: Brazilian gathers 3 years of videos and reveals the 'singing' of birds in Japan

Aline Horikawa, a Brazilian living in Japan, has compiled three years of videos focusing on the vocalizations of Asian birds to share the beauty of nature.

Feb 12 • 11:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Bird Hour with Records: Nearly 40,000 People, 800,000 Birds. The Blackbirds Surprised Us This Year

The article reports on a record-setting participation in the Bird Hour event in Czechia, mentioning nearly 40,000 participants and the surprise abundance of blackbirds this year.

Feb 12 • 08:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

EXTRAORDINARY FIND ⟩ An extremely rare bird was found on Ruhnu island

A resident of Ruhnu island discovered a deceased rare bird, likely a Eurasian hobby, which could be only the eighth officially registered sighting of this species in Estonia pending validation.

Feb 10 • 09:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Stardom

The article discusses the allure of birdwatching in the Camargue region of France, particularly at the Pont de Gau park.

Feb 9 • 06:36 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

A rare bird of prey has arrived in Estonia

A rare bird of prey, possibly a long-eared owl, has been spotted in Ruhnu, Estonia, marking only the eighth confirmed sighting of the species in the country.

Feb 7 • 19:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Unusual bird spotted in the UK — 'mega rarity'

A super rare red-flanked bluetail, resembling a colorful robin, has been spotted in Kent, UK, much to the excitement of birdwatchers.

Feb 5 • 09:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Telegraph
Life & Tech

This smart bird feeder is AI at its finest, but it doesn’t come cheap

The Birdbuddy Pro Solar Smart Bird Feeder, equipped with a built-in camera, allows users to see which birds visit their garden but is priced at around £250, significantly more than standard feeders.

Jan 24 • 08:00 UTC

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