Chris
@stoat65.bsky.social
Dad, conservationist, guitar-botherer. Posts about nature, lufc, music, politics (a bit), history, etc.
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#ArtDD2026
Dark-bellied Brent goose
From a 📷 by @martynhayes.bsky.social with thanks.
@saocousins.bsky.social @holnicotenh.bsky.social @stevecobbin.bsky.social @andykaitken.bsky.social @mayfieldbirder.bsky.social @indikon.bsky.social
Dark-bellied Brent goose
From a 📷 by @martynhayes.bsky.social with thanks.
@saocousins.bsky.social @holnicotenh.bsky.social @stevecobbin.bsky.social @andykaitken.bsky.social @mayfieldbirder.bsky.social @indikon.bsky.social
January 28, 2026 at 5:51 PM
#ArtDD2026
Dark-bellied Brent goose
From a 📷 by @martynhayes.bsky.social with thanks.
@saocousins.bsky.social @holnicotenh.bsky.social @stevecobbin.bsky.social @andykaitken.bsky.social @mayfieldbirder.bsky.social @indikon.bsky.social
Dark-bellied Brent goose
From a 📷 by @martynhayes.bsky.social with thanks.
@saocousins.bsky.social @holnicotenh.bsky.social @stevecobbin.bsky.social @andykaitken.bsky.social @mayfieldbirder.bsky.social @indikon.bsky.social
'News' Item today:
"Gary Barlow didn't leave house for more than a year"'
Dear Lord, please don't let Gary Barlow have a home recording studio.
"Gary Barlow didn't leave house for more than a year"'
Dear Lord, please don't let Gary Barlow have a home recording studio.
January 28, 2026 at 10:24 PM
'News' Item today:
"Gary Barlow didn't leave house for more than a year"'
Dear Lord, please don't let Gary Barlow have a home recording studio.
"Gary Barlow didn't leave house for more than a year"'
Dear Lord, please don't let Gary Barlow have a home recording studio.
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Nothing that a spot of fraternising with an international paedophile and a bit of public urination won't sort out eh, Peter?
January 22, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Nothing that a spot of fraternising with an international paedophile and a bit of public urination won't sort out eh, Peter?
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A very important piece of work revealing how much our security is underpinned by nature:
Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn
Ecosystem destruction will increase food shortages, disorder and mass migration, with effects already being felt
www.theguardian.com
January 20, 2026 at 10:52 PM
A very important piece of work revealing how much our security is underpinned by nature:
Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Biodiversity collapse threatens UK security, intelligence chiefs warn www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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An across-government technical assessment published today recognises that "nature is the foundation of national security" and that "every critical ecosystem is on a pathway to collapse". A rational response to this would be to get very serious about nature recovery.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
www.gov.uk/government/p...
Nature security assessment on global biodiversity loss, ecosystem collapse and national security
This strategic assessment explores how global biodiversity loss and the collapse of critical ecosystems could affect the UK’s resilience, security and prosperity.
www.gov.uk
January 20, 2026 at 6:15 PM
An across-government technical assessment published today recognises that "nature is the foundation of national security" and that "every critical ecosystem is on a pathway to collapse". A rational response to this would be to get very serious about nature recovery.
www.gov.uk/government/p...
www.gov.uk/government/p...
If #lufc had a reliable keeper we'd have a much better chance of staying up. It's not Perri.
Farke should prioritise this. I'd definitely bid for Ramsdale, who isn't first choice at Newcastle but is a proven Premier League keeper.
Farke should prioritise this. I'd definitely bid for Ramsdale, who isn't first choice at Newcastle but is a proven Premier League keeper.
January 14, 2026 at 7:59 PM
If #lufc had a reliable keeper we'd have a much better chance of staying up. It's not Perri.
Farke should prioritise this. I'd definitely bid for Ramsdale, who isn't first choice at Newcastle but is a proven Premier League keeper.
Farke should prioritise this. I'd definitely bid for Ramsdale, who isn't first choice at Newcastle but is a proven Premier League keeper.
#lufc Good result today. Rather win the FA Cup than stay up. Not been in the final since I was 7, not won it since I was 6. I'd 100% rather win the FA Cup than the mere act of finishing 17th in the league. We'll win it once more in my lifetime, if I'm very (very) lucky. #facup
January 11, 2026 at 3:45 PM
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Other work by the Ladybird artists
‘Winter Sunshine at Nether-Alderley’
Artist: SR Badmin
‘Winter Sunshine at Nether-Alderley’
Artist: SR Badmin
January 10, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Other work by the Ladybird artists
‘Winter Sunshine at Nether-Alderley’
Artist: SR Badmin
‘Winter Sunshine at Nether-Alderley’
Artist: SR Badmin
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Back to my year in review...
In June it was back to #Iceland, first to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula with a dear friend. Light and wave conditions were dull, so photography wasn't great, but at the end I drove up to the Highlands & finally visited Hveravellir. Got some nice drone shots there.
In June it was back to #Iceland, first to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula with a dear friend. Light and wave conditions were dull, so photography wasn't great, but at the end I drove up to the Highlands & finally visited Hveravellir. Got some nice drone shots there.
December 29, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Back to my year in review...
In June it was back to #Iceland, first to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula with a dear friend. Light and wave conditions were dull, so photography wasn't great, but at the end I drove up to the Highlands & finally visited Hveravellir. Got some nice drone shots there.
In June it was back to #Iceland, first to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula with a dear friend. Light and wave conditions were dull, so photography wasn't great, but at the end I drove up to the Highlands & finally visited Hveravellir. Got some nice drone shots there.
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Mendacious drivel trying to make readers think that a physical museum gallery has been replaced by a completely unrelated trail through the existing galleries. You can access the trail 'Refracted Histories: Exploring LGBTQ+ Stories in Times of Conflict' here: www.iwm.org.uk/events/refra...
December 28, 2025 at 10:39 AM
Mendacious drivel trying to make readers think that a physical museum gallery has been replaced by a completely unrelated trail through the existing galleries. You can access the trail 'Refracted Histories: Exploring LGBTQ+ Stories in Times of Conflict' here: www.iwm.org.uk/events/refra...
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I've taken the paywall off this piece. It's called My Dad, And The Toad Who Lived In His Shoe. Unsurprisingly, it's about my dad, and a toad who lived in his shoe. www.tom-cox.com/my-dad-and-t...
My Dad, And The Toad Who Lived In His Shoe
It was 2011 and I had driven up from Norfolk, where I was living at the time, to Nottinghamshire to see my mum and dad. Not long after I arrived, my dad took me to one side. “TOM, CAN I HAVE A WORD?” ...
www.tom-cox.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:57 PM
I've taken the paywall off this piece. It's called My Dad, And The Toad Who Lived In His Shoe. Unsurprisingly, it's about my dad, and a toad who lived in his shoe. www.tom-cox.com/my-dad-and-t...
"And then I saw her face. Now I'm a ...."
More Than 2,000 Golden Retrievers Gather in an Argentina Park in an Attempt to Break a World Record share.google/TsdUDIkMmOXL...
More Than 2,000 Golden Retrievers Gather in an Argentina Park in an Attempt to Break a World Record share.google/TsdUDIkMmOXL...
More Than 2,000 Golden Retrievers Gather in an Argentina Park in an Attempt to Break a World Record
The previous informal record had been set during an event in Vancouver last year, which brought together 1,685 goldens
share.google
December 17, 2025 at 6:57 AM
"And then I saw her face. Now I'm a ...."
More Than 2,000 Golden Retrievers Gather in an Argentina Park in an Attempt to Break a World Record share.google/TsdUDIkMmOXL...
More Than 2,000 Golden Retrievers Gather in an Argentina Park in an Attempt to Break a World Record share.google/TsdUDIkMmOXL...
Thread. Lovely stuff
THREAD.
The definitive list of the absolute best interdimensional portals I have photographed on walks in the British countryside.
1. Gateway To The Land Of Leaping Dogs.
The definitive list of the absolute best interdimensional portals I have photographed on walks in the British countryside.
1. Gateway To The Land Of Leaping Dogs.
December 12, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Thread. Lovely stuff
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It’s great to see our science story book still being shared & enjoyed.
The #Kidlit community are so lovely, often sending me reels & photos. Thanks to @wondersofreading_ for creating this one. 🤍🐻❄️🐭🦇
‘Winter Sleep: A Hibernation Story’ was written by me & Sean Taylor, & illustrated by Cinyee Chiu.
The #Kidlit community are so lovely, often sending me reels & photos. Thanks to @wondersofreading_ for creating this one. 🤍🐻❄️🐭🦇
‘Winter Sleep: A Hibernation Story’ was written by me & Sean Taylor, & illustrated by Cinyee Chiu.
February 6, 2025 at 4:43 PM
It’s great to see our science story book still being shared & enjoyed.
The #Kidlit community are so lovely, often sending me reels & photos. Thanks to @wondersofreading_ for creating this one. 🤍🐻❄️🐭🦇
‘Winter Sleep: A Hibernation Story’ was written by me & Sean Taylor, & illustrated by Cinyee Chiu.
The #Kidlit community are so lovely, often sending me reels & photos. Thanks to @wondersofreading_ for creating this one. 🤍🐻❄️🐭🦇
‘Winter Sleep: A Hibernation Story’ was written by me & Sean Taylor, & illustrated by Cinyee Chiu.
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Friend of mine fell and broke his wrist while on holiday in New York last week. Had to have an x-ray and got bandaged up. His hospital bill was £7550. Just in case anyone was starting to buy into the current UK effort to privatise our healthcare and forgot how good we have it.
November 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Friend of mine fell and broke his wrist while on holiday in New York last week. Had to have an x-ray and got bandaged up. His hospital bill was £7550. Just in case anyone was starting to buy into the current UK effort to privatise our healthcare and forgot how good we have it.
Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape. Phone pic.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape. Phone pic.
@natlandassoc.bsky.social
#Nationallandscapes @naturalengland.bsky.social
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#Nationallandscapes @naturalengland.bsky.social
Guardian headline:
"Tools that help people scan planning applications and find grounds for objection have potential to hit government’s housebuilding plans".
If there are proper grounds for objection, why shouldn't they be highlighted? That's a good thing.
"Tools that help people scan planning applications and find grounds for objection have potential to hit government’s housebuilding plans".
If there are proper grounds for objection, why shouldn't they be highlighted? That's a good thing.
November 9, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Guardian headline:
"Tools that help people scan planning applications and find grounds for objection have potential to hit government’s housebuilding plans".
If there are proper grounds for objection, why shouldn't they be highlighted? That's a good thing.
"Tools that help people scan planning applications and find grounds for objection have potential to hit government’s housebuilding plans".
If there are proper grounds for objection, why shouldn't they be highlighted? That's a good thing.
November 8, 2025 at 4:42 PM
If this is true, how is he still in office?
November 8, 2025 at 4:31 PM
If this is true, how is he still in office?
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LAST CHANCE to influence the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.
Take action now
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301/...
Take action now
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301/...
Email your MP. Amendment 130 would make sure the new planning systems works for, not against nature.demand they keep amendment 130 in the Bill
It's now or never. This is the last chance to protect nature in the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.
Email your MP to keep amendment 130 in the Bill.
action.wildlifetrusts.org
November 4, 2025 at 10:08 PM
LAST CHANCE to influence the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.
Take action now
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301/...
Take action now
action.wildlifetrusts.org/page/180301/...
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Devil's Fingers, Clathrus archeri, on a Dorset heath today. #wildfungihour
November 2, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Devil's Fingers, Clathrus archeri, on a Dorset heath today. #wildfungihour
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Ignore all laws about altering historic properties ✅
Pave over Rose Garden for tacky Mar-A-Lardo Patio ✅
Demolish East Wing after lying that "It won't interfere with the current building. It'll be near it but not touching it" ✅
Build gaudy $250M Ballroom as public struggles financially ✅
#Ugh🤢✅
Pave over Rose Garden for tacky Mar-A-Lardo Patio ✅
Demolish East Wing after lying that "It won't interfere with the current building. It'll be near it but not touching it" ✅
Build gaudy $250M Ballroom as public struggles financially ✅
#Ugh🤢✅
October 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Ignore all laws about altering historic properties ✅
Pave over Rose Garden for tacky Mar-A-Lardo Patio ✅
Demolish East Wing after lying that "It won't interfere with the current building. It'll be near it but not touching it" ✅
Build gaudy $250M Ballroom as public struggles financially ✅
#Ugh🤢✅
Pave over Rose Garden for tacky Mar-A-Lardo Patio ✅
Demolish East Wing after lying that "It won't interfere with the current building. It'll be near it but not touching it" ✅
Build gaudy $250M Ballroom as public struggles financially ✅
#Ugh🤢✅
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Planning and Infrastructure Bill: Nature at a Crossroads in the Lords
www.hiwwt.org.uk/blog/debbie-...
www.hiwwt.org.uk/blog/debbie-...
Planning & Infrastructure Bill: Nature at a Crossroads in the Lords | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
As the Planning and Infrastructure Bill progresses through the Lords, we highlight the issues that still remain with Part 3, what must change, and how to keep nature at the heart of decisions.
www.hiwwt.org.uk
October 19, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Planning and Infrastructure Bill: Nature at a Crossroads in the Lords
www.hiwwt.org.uk/blog/debbie-...
www.hiwwt.org.uk/blog/debbie-...