Birdwatch Magazine

Fair Isle: moderate to mesmerising
From megas to breeding seabirds, island resident Jonnie Fisk explains why Fair Isle is one of the best birding sites in Britain.

The night singer
There can be few more impressive bird songs than that of Common Nightingale. Matt Phelps takes a look at the history – and future – of this iconic species.

Field ID notes: Arctic Tern
April is the key month to catch up with this globetrotting migrant on your patch. Miles Cluff takes a closer look at Arctic Tern.

A changing landscape
From technology and social media to attitudes towards listing, the birding scene is evolving, writes Josh Jones.

What’s your spark bird?
For many, one species provides a trigger that creates a lifelong passion. Our contributors discuss their ‘spark birds’.

Grounded
David Callahan profiles the evolution of flightless birds and their many unique attributes.

America’s Eurasian invasion
Julian Hough investigates how Eurasian birds are reaching North America.