It is with great sadness that we note the passing of Mrs Anne Kaye, Vice Chair of the Manx Ornithological Society. Anne was a great friend to Manx ornithology and to wildlife conservation on the Isle of Man and beyond. … Continued
Mark Fitzpatrick, Secretary of the Manx Ringing Group and Sightings Coordinator for the Isle of Man Christmas Bird Race 2020, summarises this year's record-equalling tally: 'Blein Vie Noa to you all. Here is a summary of this year's Isle of … Continued
The Isle of Man Christmas Bird Race, organised by Manx BirdLife, is ready to go once again this year. The Bird Race isn’t a competition between individuals, but a collective Island-wide effort to try to observe as many different species … Continued
The latest edition of Peregrine journal (Vol. 11, Oct 2020) is now available. The Manx Ornithological Society has given its journal a fresh look. With 122 pages, 38 colour pictures and a wealth of information and insights, this latest edition … Continued
New and former students most welcome. Join us on this course aimed at beginners and those with limited experience. We’ll show you the basics of how to best observe birds, share hints and tips on how to recognize the main … Continued
Primary-aged pupils across the Island are being invited to take part in Manx BirdLife’s newly-launched summer art competition. Whilst many young people have not been able to attend school in recent weeks, Manx BirdLife’s Education Officer, Michelle Storton, has been … Continued
As an antidote to Covid-19 restrictions and statistics, we thought we’d share some highlights of how nature is providing delightful distraction from any 'lockdown' lows. Year to date Since the beginning of the year (2020), Manx BirdLife has received through … Continued
Manx BirdLife is inviting those stuck indoors as a result of Coronavirus measures to enjoy a bit of birdwatching, starting in your own garden. The Manx BirdLife Garden Birdwatch Scheme is open to all and is free to join. The … Continued
POSTPONED … POSTPONED … POSTPONED For obvious reasons, this event has been postponed. We shall make new arrangements at an appropriate future time. Our apologies. ===================================== Please join us for an evening presentation by Neil G. Morris (Managing Director, … Continued
Listen to Manx Radio's podcast featuring Ashley Hill School and Manx BirdLife's Education Officer, Michelle Storton, taking part in 2020's School's Birdwatch (Manx Radio, Wednesday 5th February 2020 - 14 minutes). Michelle Storton is Education Officer for Manx Birdlife, and … Continued
Neil Morris, Managing Director of Manx BirdLife, tells the story of the ‘race’ to discover just how many species of bird were present on the Island over the festive season. “The final results are in! Although this winter’s Bird Race … Continued
Once again, it's time for the traditional Isle of Man Christmas Bird Race - a race with a difference, in which birdwatchers of all levels of expertise across the island collaborate to record as many different species of birds as … Continued
Manx BirdLife is the delighted recipient of a large donation of optical equipment made by Mr John Harding and family, on behalf of Mr Harding's late brother, David. David Harding was a lover of the countryside, birds and conservation, and … Continued
For new and former students: Starting 11th April 2019 Join us on this highly practical and enjoyable programme aimed at beginners and those with limited experience Organised in conjunction with the Manx Ornithological Society, we’ll: - show you the basics … Continued
Once more in conjunction with the Manx Ornithological Society and led by the veritable Tim Earl, we’re delighted to bring you this new series. Designed to improve your ability to find and identify the island's birds and to enhance your … Continued
What: Discover the bird life of the Langness Peninsula When: Saturday 29th September from 2.00-4.00pm Where: Meet at Langness car park (SC284660) from 1.30pm All welcome. Attendance free of charge! See further details below. To reserve places for you and … Continued
Calling all families and young people ... Join us at Derbyhaven, Isle of Man on Saturday 28th April from 2.00-4.00pm for this free 'bird discovery' event.
Following last year’s hugely enjoyable Autumn programme - and once more in conjunction with the Manx Ornithological Society - we’re holding a spring bird identification course starting on 26th April 2018. You’ll be able to learn the basics of how best to … Continued
Hot off the press is the new Garden Birdwatch newsletter (Dec 2017). With news of how the Island's garden birds are faring and much more, the December 2017 edition includes: - Garden Birdwatch Top Ten - Garden bird identification challenges - … Continued
Is this the photograph of the year? Steve Johnstone captured this amazing image at Langness on the Isle of Man in November 2017. It shows a flock of Starlings that had been feeding mid-air on a hatch of flying insects … Continued
