A popular birdwatching course, comprising a mix of evening classes and guided field trips, is being offered at two venues in the north and south of the Island. Birdwatching For Beginners, supported by the Manx Ornithological Society, will take place … Continued
Manx BirdLife is delighted to be part of the The Manx Nature Show, running at Peel Cathedral from 18th February to 6th May 2023. We are pleased to share below the announcement released by the show's organizers, Manx Whale and … Continued
Manx BirdLife and conservation partner RSPB are calling on the Island’s schools and youth groups to contribute to the world’s largest wildlife survey, taking place from 6th January to 20th February 2023! For information on how to get involved, visit … Continued
The exhibition of Manx BirdLife’s detailed, bonze sculptured frieze by renowned artist Dave Tomlinson at the Manx Museum is coming to an end. This display in the Natural History Gallery highlights Manx BirdLife's plans to develop the Point of Ayre … Continued
The Isle of Man Christmas Bird Race started in 2011 and is held each year during the seven days from Christmas Day to New Year's Eve. It’s a race with a difference! Birdwatchers of all abilities and expertise can head … Continued
Once again, the traditional Isle of Man Christmas Bird Race will be held during the seven days from Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. It’s a race with a difference! Birdwatchers of all abilities and expertise can head out across … Continued
We're delighted to announce that the Manx Ornithological Society is offering two new birdwatching courses starting January 2022, for beginners and intermediates, in conjunction with Manx BirdLife. Course 1. An Introduction to Winter Birdwatching (starts 6th January 2022) Click here … Continued
Join us for an illustrated talk in English about birds commonly found in the Isle of Man and their Manx Gaelic names. Sat 26th June, 10am - 12pm (Laxey Methodist Church) Sun 27th June, 3pm - 5pm (Erin Arts Centre, … 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
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
You are cordially invited to a presentation describing the new nature reserve being created at the Point of Ayre by Manx BirdLife in partnership with Island Aggregates and RSPB. The presentation will be given by: Neil G. Morris, Managing Director, … 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
Follow Michael Davis's excellent account of his 'round the Isle of Man' swim. As well as keeping us updated on his progress, Michael will be sharing some of the family history that sparked this huge challenge and writing about the … 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
STOP PRESS: We are now fully booked for the afternoon presentations. We expect there will be one or two cancellations before the event, so please contact 'neilgmorris at manxbirdlife dot im' if you would like to be put on the … 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
