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Bird of the Month (September)

Avocet

(Recurvirostra avosetta)

 
Avocet

A distinctively-patterned black and white wader with a long up-curved beak. It is the emblem of the RSPB and symbolises the bird protection movement in the UK more than any other species. Its return in the 1940s and subsequent increase in numbers represents one of the most successful conservation and protection projects.
They are a AMBER List species.


 

A Message from Carsington Bird Club

A small club constantly needs members to survive and to continue to provide you with the website, indoor talks, outdoor walks, regular newsletters, annual bird reports, monthly bird notes and much more. If you have not renewed your membership from last year, please re-consider. If you have not yet joined us, please click here to find out more. Annual Membership is good value at less than 3p per day and you'll be helping to support the birds and wildlife at and around Carsington Water!

Thank you for your continued support!

 

Carsington Bird Club

2010 Indoor Autumn & Winter Talks Programme


21 September2010

Warren Slaney
Chief Water Bailiff for Haddon Estate

Hognaston Village Hall ( 7.30pm ) 

19th October 2010

The life of Charles Tunnicliffe - Joint meeting with Derbyshire Ornithological Society (DOS)

Hognaston Village Hall ( 7.30pm )

16th November 2010

Paul Hobson
Farmland Birds

Hognaston Village Hall ( 7.30pm )

 


Plight of the Zino's Petrel - Madeira

Rescued chickA massive forest fire on Madeira has killed several breeding adults and 65% of this year's chicks of the endangered Zino's Petrel.

Zino's Petrel Pterodroma madeira is Europe's rarest seabird and one of the rarest birds in the world, nesting only on a few mountain ledges in the rugged central massif of Madeira island.

BirdLife International and SPEA (Birdlife in Portugal) urgently need funds to carry out emergency conservation work needed before the winter sets in.

Read more...


Sheffield's Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre

 


Sheffield's Tropical Butterfly House, Wildlife and Falconry Centre
is keen to hear from anyone interested in joining their team of Public Interpretation Volunteers.  The role offers volunteers an opportunity to gain work experience, be part of a team, and learn about the centre's collection of exotic birds, mammals, butterflies and insects. Volunteers work alongside the centre's wildlife experts and supervise animal areas at busy times. 

"We are looking for people with an interest in wildlife or animal husbandry experience who can present a friendly, welcoming face and be confident talking to visitors," said head keeper Chrissie Jackson. 

Call Chrissie on 01909 569416 / 07756 993834 to register interest or for more information.


NEWS - EVENTS - NEWS - EVENTS - NEWS - EVENTS
Date
Item
 28/04/2010 
Poison feared in death of buzzards

POLICE have launched an investigation after six buzzards were found dead.

Officers suspect the birds were poisoned and are working with the RSPB and Natural England as part of their investigation.

On April 7, a farmer found four dead buzzards north of Kirk Ireton. They were next to remains of a pheasant, believed to have been poisoned bait.

Police are investigating whether the incident is linked to the discovery of two dead buzzards in Jebbs Lane, Idridgehay on February 22, which were poisoned.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0345 123 3333. 
 01/04/2010 
20 April Evening walk around Stones Island/Wildlife Centre (Meet Visitor Centre 6pm - migrants including yellow wagtails) 
 13/02/2010 
Don't forget!
Tuesday 16th February - talk by Eddie Hallam - My life with nature - Hognaston Village Hall from 7.30pm. 
 12/11/2009 
CANCELLED - DUE TO LACK OF NUMBERS

COACH TRIP TO WILDLIFE & WETLANDS TRUST SLIMBRIDGE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE - SATURDAY, 14 November 2009 
 05/11/2009 
COACH TRIP
WILDLIFE AND WETLANDS TRUST SLIMBRIDGE, GLOUCESTERSHIRE

SATURDAY, 14 November 2009

The coach will leave from Carsington Water Visitor Centre at 7.45am .
 
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