The Natural Home of Bird Recording and Birdwatching in Essex since 1949
...promoting the conservation, protection, knowledge and recording of birds in Essex
We're sure you are all aware that Avian Influenza, or 'Bird Flu', is currently a major problem, with high levels of sickness and mortality seen in many areas, including Essex.
If you find a dead or dying bird, avoid touching it…
Our calendar of events for 2022/23 has been released and includes some excellent talks, both indoors at Chelmsford and online. There's also a full schedule of guided field trips, some by coach, some self-drive, to a selection of superb sites in…
There's still time to enter the EBwS Summer 2022 Bird Photography competition - the last date for entry is Sunday 14th August and the competition rules are as…
A new day...a new time...and after Matt's Albatross shenanigans last month, maybe a new presenter..?
At least Steve G will definitely be back to discuss all things birding in Essex, with the latest news and sightings from around the…
We show you how to use your phone and digital camera in combination with your spotting scope to take photos and video footage when you're out birding.
Please…
Steve Grimwade shows us how to report a ringed bird and explains why it's so important.
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Bird recording in Essex is one of the main objectives of the EBwS and everyone is encouraged to submit their sightings for inclusion in our annual Essex Bird Report.