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Tense encounter between Egyptian Vulture and Booted Eagle
Collecting useful photographic material for our report on the beautiful European Bee-eaters is turning out to be rather difficult....
Jun 30, 20242 min read
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Morning walk at Embalse de Arcos de la Frontera
This morning I set out early to explore a new area, near the beautiful Embalse de Arcos de la Frontera lake. It is necessary to start...
Jun 15, 20243 min read
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Looking for juvenile birds at the lagoons of Sanlucar
Read all about visiting the five most bird-rich lagoons in Sanlucar
Jun 8, 20243 min read
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Youthful splendor: ringing Ospreys near Alcalá de los Gazules
Today I had the privilege of participating in a very special activity: the ringing of young Ospreys. A unique opportunity to learn more...
Jun 7, 20242 min read
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Bird watching in Cadiz at its best: an excursion through the territory of the Nightingale
The first heat of the year has clearly arrived in the south of Spain, and this was clearly noticeable during our most recent birding trip...
May 27, 20242 min read
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Looking for a lifer in the northeast of Cadiz province
The last time I saw a lifer was during a short visit to the Cetina Marshes. I then had the honor of spotting a Barn Owl. It's becoming...
May 19, 20244 min read
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How location scouting brought me face to face with an exceptional bird species
Once again I had found a location on Google Earth that seemed very interesting at first glance. I had every hope of finding a breeding...
May 17, 20245 min read
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In search of the largest breeding colony of Little Terns in Spain
Today my trip to the Levante Beach in El Puerto de Santa Maria started with a mission: spotting Little Terns. I had read that this place...
May 14, 20242 min read
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How many nestlings did we ring with SGHN volunteers in Dehesa de las Yeguas?
After a previous check of the nest boxes in the pine forest of la Dehesa de las Yeguas in Puerto Real, today it was time to ring the...
May 10, 20241 min read
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Did I manage to spot the White-headed Duck in the Torrox lagoon for the first time?
As I was preparing an upcoming activity for Birdwatch Cadiz, around the Torrox Lagoon, I took a quick look at my previous observations...
May 7, 20242 min read
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Looking for chicks in the salt pans of Chiclana
There is probably no better time to get out into nature and observe birds than in spring. In early May, most birds are busy breeding or...
May 5, 20243 min read
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Greenfinch Hide Photography: Capturing Nature's Beauty amidst Nightingale Serenades
After the abundant but vital rainfall of the past week, I knew what nature would have to offer these days: a beautifully coloured...
Apr 2, 20243 min read
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Behind the Scenes: The Challenges and Triumphs of Running Cañada de los Pájaros in Seville
One beautiful spring day I had the pleasure of speaking with Plácido and Maribel, the owners of La Cañada de Los Pájaros, a bird park in...
Mar 26, 20247 min read
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Unexpected Nocturnal Meeting with a Long-eared Owl
Of course not. And certainly not at that hour. Not a chance that I would think of jumping out of the sofa so late, to get behind the...
Mar 21, 20242 min read
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Clouds of Birds over Los Barrios Waste Dump
It is always a saddening sight to see a huge waste dump, reminding us of how wasteful people are. Yet, my perspective shifted after...
Mar 15, 20242 min read
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Black Kites bickering in Cañada de los Pájaros Airspace
Thousands and thousands of Black Kites are coming back from their wintering grounds in Africa. While I was visiting the spectacular...
Mar 12, 20242 min read
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How a Flock of Black Storks left me in Awe
Google Earth can be a very useful tool when it comes to location scouting. Although at times it can be a bit misleading - you sometimes...
Feb 28, 20243 min read
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A Conversation with Professor Paco Hortas on Birding and Beyond
In today's interview, we delve into the world of Ornithology with Paco Hortas, professor at Cádiz University and renowned bird expert,...
Feb 26, 20248 min read
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Checking the Medina Lagoon's water level
In light of an unexpected rain shower last night, I made a spontaneous decision to alter my birdwatching plans for today. Instead of...
Feb 23, 20242 min read
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In search of the Great Spotted Cuckoo near the Celemin River
Today looked, felt and even smelled like spring. Right after jumping out of the car, I realised wearing a long-sleeved sweater would soon...
Feb 6, 20243 min read
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