Little Egrets, Popular Peacocks and The Book of Birds
Summary
This episode of Scotland Outdoors covers the first recorded nesting of little egrets at Farview Nature Reserve, highlighting climate change impacts. The hosts also discuss the challenges of managing recent wildfires in the Cairngorms with consultant Michael Bruce, and feature artist Stephen Sinclair’s "Landscapeen" exhibition inspired by the Angus Glens. Additionally, the program explores the celebrity peacocks of Pittencrieff Park in Dunfermline and the upcoming World Stone Skimming Championships at Easedale.
Topics discussed
Introduction to the Scotland Outdoors Podcast
Seasonal changes and Stone Skimming Championships
Little Egrets: Climate change and bird behavior
Artist Stephen Sinclair's nature-inspired exhibition
The Bar cycling event and Tour of Britain
Glenmore wildfire management and prevention strategies
The Peacocks of Pittencrieff Park in Dunfermline
Outdoor learning and wild gardens in schools
Stroke survivor Andy Reynolds at Stone Skimming
Listener postcards and mystery sound clues
Wildfire equipment and estate resources
Epic volunteers improving local biodiversity
Jackie Morris on Cuckoos and the Book of Birds
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