Birds in Clyde

Welcome to Birds in Clyde

Whether you are new to birdwatching, an experienced birder, or somewhere in between, the purpose of this website is to get you involved and further your enjoyment of Scotland's wonderful birdlife.

The Scottish Ornithologists' Club (SOC) was established in 1936 and exists to promote the study, enjoyment and conservation of wild birds and their habitats across Scotland. This is the website of the Clyde Branch of the SOC, which coordinates recording and activities, with regular meetings and outings.

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The Clyde List 2025

NOVEMBER UPDATE
Lister and patch watcher, Donald Wilson is our guide, taking us through the year as he tracks all the species seen in the Clyde in 2025.

Green-winged Teal © John Agnew

NEW: A review of November's sightings, the twelfth article in this series, is available now. You can also review the current species tally too.

Website updates

NEW: An update on the Glasgow Peregrine Project follow the birds through the autumn can be found here. Find out if it is unusual for Victor to still be in the city within his parent's territory?
NEW: Donald Wilson's review of November's sightings and what's new on the Clyde List for 2025 is now available to read here.
NEW: Illustrated Trip reports from the first three Clyde Marine Birding cruises are now available to read.
NEW: The November 2025 grapevine records have now been added to the website. You can check back on our Grapevine archive under the "Recording & Reporting" section in the navigation. Do let us know what you find this month.
NEW: The clocks have gone back, the days are shorter, and those winter layers are back out — but there’s still plenty to enjoy outdoors! Take a look at this wonderful collection of photographs from John Chapman and see why November is a great month for birdwatching.
We've updated the Talks webpage with the dates and topics for our Talks programme this autumn, through into winter and early spring.