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I've just installed a bird feeder in my back garden which is now starting to attract a variety of different birds. Can anyone suggest a good bird identification book.

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Posted : 14/01/2009 4:53 pm
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Nuts? Or perhaps Zoo, if your feeling intelligent. There are plenty of tits in there.

#sorry folks, it was too obvious to resist#


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 4:54 pm
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The Collins Bird Guide is the best imo.
Has a black cover with an owl on it


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 5:00 pm
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The Collins Guides listed here are both good.
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Also, try thistle seed - you need a special feeder, but goldfinches love it and they won'tt ouch anything else.


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 5:02 pm
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razzle 😉


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 5:03 pm
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the RSPB website is rather useful


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 5:03 pm
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Thanks.

That Bird identifier on the RSPB website has answered my question. We have a group of long tailed tits in the garden.


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 5:21 pm
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"How to be a bad birdwatcher" by Simon Barnes.


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 5:23 pm
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group of long tailed tits

The Bullingdon Club?

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In thats case you'll need a copy of Who's Who to identify them


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 6:01 pm
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"How to be a bad birdwatcher" by Simon Barnes. but the companion, as that has the birds in it.

otherwise you wouldn't go wrong by joining the RSPB not only do you get a really good bird guide but you're also supporting take care of the little critters 🙂


 
Posted : 14/01/2009 6:08 pm