This week, Manx BirdLife is celebrating 20 years of our Garden Birdwatch by releasing a report analysing the data that has been collected in that time. Initially set up in 1999, the Garden Birdwatch was fully rolled out across the … Continued
Supported by the Manx Ornithological Society, the course comprises a mix of evening classes and guided fields trips. Open to all, the course will help attendees discover the basics of how to best observe birds, share hints and tips on … Continued
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 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
Join this course aimed at beginners and those with limited experience of birdwatching. New and former students most welcome! Discover the basics of how to best observe birds, share hints and tips on how to recognize the main groups of … 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
The IOM Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA) has provided an update on Avian Influenza (bird flu) for winter 2021-22. The DEFA update covers: Updates; General background about Avian Influenza; Advice for Bird Keepers; Notes about wild birds. As … 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
Chris Sharpe, founder of Manx BirdLife and editor of the Isle of Man's first bird atlas, has been honoured in the Queen's Birthday Honours List 2021. Chris has been appointed an MBE, remarking that the award had come as a … Continued
Everyone living in the Isle of Man is being encouraged to participate in World Migratory Bird Day on Saturday 8th May 2021. Join others from around the globe celebrating birds and nature. ‘’Sing, Fly, Soar – Like a Bird’’ is … Continued
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
