Birds
in Clyde
The website of the Clyde Branch of the SOC
Nuthatch © Zul Bhatia
Welcome to Birds in Clyde |
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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.
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 2026 |
MARCH UPDATE
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Our March total was 144 species.
This compares with 148 last March. We've now recorded 158 species this year which is one fewer than at the same time last year.
Species not seen by March 2026 but recorded by March 2025 (11): Brent Goose, Snow Goose, Lesser Scaup, Common Scoter, Iceland Gull, Hawfinch, Snow Bunting, Garganey, Black-necked Grebe, Willow Warbler and Ring Ouzel (plus Hooded Crow no longer considered a separate species).
Species seen by March 2026 not recorded by March 2025 (10): Tundra Bean Goose, Crane, Grey Plover, Common Sandpiper, Kittiwake, Bittern, White-tailed Eagle, Short-eared Owl, Redstart and Cetti's Warbler.
This compares with 148 last March. We've now recorded 158 species this year which is one fewer than at the same time last year.
Species not seen by March 2026 but recorded by March 2025 (11): Brent Goose, Snow Goose, Lesser Scaup, Common Scoter, Iceland Gull, Hawfinch, Snow Bunting, Garganey, Black-necked Grebe, Willow Warbler and Ring Ouzel (plus Hooded Crow no longer considered a separate species).
Species seen by March 2026 not recorded by March 2025 (10): Tundra Bean Goose, Crane, Grey Plover, Common Sandpiper, Kittiwake, Bittern, White-tailed Eagle, Short-eared Owl, Redstart and Cetti's Warbler.
We have our species spreadsheet available for review as usual.
Website updates
- NEW: As we approach May, you might enjoy this excellent showcase of John Chapman's photography, featuring birds in May from Lowland Scotland. You can still see John's equally wonderful photographs from birds in November too.
- NEW: Upcoming outings and watches include - (new) a visit to St Abbs (Berwickshire, Sun 7th June), a visit to Culter Glen (23rd May) and a weekend-long outing to Aberdeenshire, again with Donald Wilson in May. More on our Outings Page.
- NEW: An update on our Glasgow Peregrine Project - the birds have moved from Glasgow Uni and are incubating four eggs in the city centre. The first Peregrine Watch will take place at a new location (University of Strathclyde car park, Martha Street, Glasgow G1 1JN) on Saturday 25th April 10am-12pm. Other dates have been announced too.
- The March 2026 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.
Next Outing |
Online Clyde Bird Report |
Next Talk (in person)Our monthly programme of Talks returns in September
Partick Burgh Hall, 9 Burgh Hall Street, Partick, Glasgow G11 5LW |
Clyde Recording Area
Waxwing © Andrew Russell
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via our Bluesky feed
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