BBC Springwatch 2011

I think a fair bit of the sillyness is aimed at the younger viewer,trying to make wildlife cool,being an old 'yin I don't know if they are succeeding.
The format is different,but they have had a "feature" bit for a while,though even the Stags from Rhum was getting thrashed to death a bit towards the end.

I think its Iolo Williams this week

I like him, he has such a love for nature and he brings it across to the audience

A couple of shots from the Web Cams this morning when I was trying out stuff I'm having to download again on my PC after getting it back

Wow the Buzzard baby has really grown when you compare it to last week


The new Cam from last week of the Grasshopper Warblers Never heard of those before. A great spot to find the nest


WS

Thanks for the updates WS. We watched Springwatch last night, the Grasshopper Warblers are adorable, what a well hidden nest!

Lai

here is a link to the BTO site where you can check where the cuckoos featured in tonight's prog are

http://www.bto.org/science/migration/tracking-studies/cuckoo-tracking

looks like Martin still hasnt moved far but they are 21st century cuckoos as they all have a blog

Thats Brilliant PPH. Thanks will check that out

WS

Thanks PPH - that's a great link, had a quick look now but I'll read it properly later, I love the fact the cuckoos have names not numbers!

I didn't get to watch last night so have a double dose tonight

Lai

I thought Last Nights show was really Good. I'm sure you'll enjoy it when you catch up Guys

WS

Pics from the Web Cams
This ones from last night. There are 3 at the front, and I think little Bob is hidden in the middle

For those not upto date Bob was named by viewers Barn Owl Baby

and one of them this morning


The Grasshopper Warblers are doing OK at the moment





The Oyster Catchers


I think the Herons are getting a bit to tall for the Cam

A new Buzzard nest Cam today


WS

Photos from Sat evening Web Cams




The Pied Flycatcher Family

The Wren Family


WS

Great photos there WS from the cams.....Love how they have named BOB

Must confess I haven't watched any yet, I have them recorded and just need to find time to watch. It's been a bit hectic here lately but should br able to catch up soon andalso see how it's all changed with the presenting......sounds as if it's all different.

littlewid-x-

I think its better the last couple of shows, and watching it I take TBs point from earlier, that it might be aimed at getting younger people interested which is a good idea. But I made a big bloop Thursday night I was deleting the soaps that MRs records, and by mistake I deleted Thursdays Springwatch
WS

We have a lovely Family of Wood Warblers on the Cams today




WS

These little Guys really are funny, and its a fantastic Cam to watch as the parents are really feeding them well they are in, and out every couple of minutes. If you've got time check the Cam out. They are due to fledge tomorrow or Wednesday


This is the Link in case anyone has'nt got it
http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/uk/webcams/

WS

I'll be watching tonight - caught up with Thursday's last night

Thanks WS

Lai

Last one of Springwatch to night



The Barn Owls are doing well



The Buzzard Babes feathers are starting to come through




WS

Thanks WS. I've got a big catch up to do, so it's lucky it's all Sky +d.

Hoping to watch 3 episodes over the next couple of days.

Lai

Checked at lunchtime and Tuesday didn't record as I was trying to Sky+ 3 things at the same time while we were away - ooooops a blond moment there

Lai

I deleted one of my episodes by mistake , but you can catch up on BBC i player Lai. I think Tuesdays is episode 10. Here's the Link
http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b0120hf7/Springwatch_2011_Episode_10/

WS

thanks WS

Lai

Well that was the last one last night. There does'nt seem to have been as much interest this year, as there usually is. Kate said that she was'nt available for Autumnwatch this year, but would be back for Springwatch next year. Its a shame they dont keep the Web Cams going for a couple of weeks after it finishes, as we cant watch the story of the Birds featured unfold to a conclusion. I still think they are holding it to late in the year
WS

I've still got to catch up with Thursday night - but I am sorry that the show was not so popular and as you say it's a shame the cams can't follow for a few more weeks, it's a pity not to know what happens.

I wonder who will do Autumnwatch then? I really hope the show doesn't end because although I didn't always agree with some of the coverage in principal it's a wonderful programme that teaches us all so much about our amazing wildlife.

Lai

They said it was going to be Chris Packham, and Martin Games, and Kate Humble said she would be back for Springwatch next year
WS