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Ruislip Lido and Woods 17/09/2022
Helen, Joyce, Gavin , John and I had a very good walk and chat and catch up in Ruislip. 22 bird species were seen in all. The House Mar􏰀ns and Swallows were dar􏰀ng over the water to let us know that summer was s􏰀ll in full swing. Mega squabbling between Heron and Li􏰁le Grebe was witnessed when the Heron got too near the grebe youngsters. We were accompanied by much sweet birdsong through the wooded paths but many birds were extremely good at concealing themselves in the full foliage. Horseback riders and golfers were also spo􏰁ed. An enjoyable day. Jim Clark
Events at a Glance
These were published in August OB but there was an error in the following so it is repeated below. Vicky‘s email address was incorrect.
Sunday 11th Brandon Marsh . Warwickshire
Contact Vicky before Friday 9th 07986 968909 vicky.hutchison@gmail.com
Zoom Mee􏰀ngs
Thursday 10 November Thursday 8 December
Mixed Bag Quiz
1. Was bird flu first detected in America, Asia or Europe?
2. Name a warbler that is resident in parts of Britain?
3. What is the study of birds’ egg called?
4. An exalta􏰀on is a group of which birds?
5. What would you see if there was a Turdus on your window sill?
6. What colour are wild budgerigars?
7. A scapular on a bird is a type of what?
8. Which bird song sounds like wet my lips, wet my lips?
9. Which bird is sacred in Peru?
10. What is the smallest Bri􏰀sh bird?
11. What type of birds are ra􏰀tes?
12. What name is given to a flock or gathering of crows?
13. What is special about the bones of most birds?
14. Which family of birds does the robin belong to?
15. Golden and Argus are varie􏰀es of which bird?
16. Which of the senses is poorly developed in most birds?
17. What is special about a palmiped?
18. Which bird lays the largest egg?
19. What is the oldest known fossil bird?
20. What is the main food of the Oystercatcher? Answers on p 23
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