Founded in 1987 to monitor and record bird life on North Ronaldsay. Guest house and hostel accommodation available. For enquiries call 01857 633200
Joined October 2016
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
A switch to northerly winds produced this Lapland Bunting at the north end of the island today, the first of 2026 @NRonBirdObs
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Jun 8
Brief views of a Nightingale in Bewan garden were confirmed as a Common when it was later trapped and ringed. My first in the UK!
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
May 23
A very smart Temminck's Stint made census a bit more interesting today @NRonBirdObs
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
May 8
Its been a quiet day but White-tailed Eagle certainly brightened things up as it cruised low over Hooking
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
May 7
A slightly disappointing day given the easterly winds, but more than made up for by this very showy Dotterel @NRonBirdObs
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Apr 30
Despite us usually not enjoying decent birds in sunny and windy conditions on North Ron, finding a Subalpine Warbler wasn’t really on my radar today, but I’ll very much take it!
As for its official identity, we’ll wait for dna!
Feathers in the post soon :) @docmartin2mc
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Apr 30
I was happy with the Subalpine Warbler, but three Dotterel at Sandar was a nice surprise to round off the day.
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Apr 30
A very smart Subalpine Warbler in the sun today @NRonBirdObs. The light did not help with getting a good impression of colour though, with some pics looking really rusty orange and others more pinkish. DNA sample obtained and a great find for @George_NRBO
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Apr 9
A long overdue island tick today! A very nice surprise when this Crane flew past me, giving better views later on in the field at Rue @NRonBirdObs
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Mar 17
North Ronaldsay's famous seaweed eating sheep (and a Little Gull) at Brides Loch this morning.
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Mar 15
Always a treat when the Long-billed Dowitcher returns to @NRonBirdObs, the 1st March being it earliest return date yet
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Mar 1
Hooded Crows bullying a cat. Six birds took it in turns running up to have a go, much to the cat's nonchalance. Not something I've seen before🤔
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Feb 11
Some interesting beach combing finds recently. A Lobster tag most likely from Newfoundland from 2008, and a buddha from who knows where! Thanks to @peediepuss for all the info.
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Feb 9
The Little Gull in Nouster Bay brightened up an otherwise wet and windy day here at @NRonBirdObs. Will the rain ever stop!? 🌧️
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
Jan 31
First day back @NRonBirdObs in 2026 and despite the horrible weather the birds didn't disappoint. Glaucous Gull, Little Gull, Purple Sand and White-fronted Goose all new for the year!
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We are looking to employ a housekeeper for the 2026 season, part or full time roles available! Accommodation at the observatory included. For more information and to apply please contact alison@nrbo.co.uk
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25 Dec 2025
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from everyone at NRBO!
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10 Nov 2025
Another season has finished for the year with all the staff having left the island (some will be back before Christmas). A big thanks to all the staff, volunteers and guests that have contributed to another brilliant year
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
8 Nov 2025
And so another season ends @NRonBirdObs. Far too many highlights to mention so thank you to everyone who made the year so great. On to next year!
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North Ronaldsay Bird Observatory retweeted
28 Oct 2025
Morning! Sibe Rubythroat before breakfast.
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