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I am Blair Jones, birder, photographer, talk presenter, drone pilot and blogger. Gwent Ornithological Society Secretary. BTO Volunteer. Visit my blog at www.thewildlifeoculus.com

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Gwent Ornithological Society @gos-birds.bsky.social · 3d

GOS enjoyed a really interesting talk from Dan Jenkins yesterday evening about Green Sandpipers in South East Wales. Many Thanks . #gwentbirds #birdingwales

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 5d

Storm Amy - Porthcawl Lighthouse

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 6d

Temporary update to my Goldcliff Lagoons Guide following the dismantling of the Redshank and Lapwing platforms and the destruction of the seawall hide. Later, the whole guide will be refreshed with a new look and content.
www.thewildlifeoculus.com/p/goldcliff-... #birdingwales #gwentbirding

Goldcliff Lagoons Guide

A photography blog focused on Gwent wildlife and in particularly birds.

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 7d

Nice :)

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 9d

Yes, its a shame about people getting too close, etc. Glad you saw it and got some nice pics.

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Gwent Ornithological Society @gos-birds.bsky.social · 9d

A reminder that we will be holding an indoor meeting this coming Saturday. All are welcome. #gwentbirding #birdingwales

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 9d

Glad you had a good visit

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 10d

Great pic

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 10d

Thanks Annie

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 10d

Good luck 🤞

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 10d

Goldcliff Lagoons AM visit. Wryneck showing in bushes/trees in the field behind Snipe Platform.Cloudy sunrise. Wader flock - Little Stints, Dunlins and Curlew Sandpipers. #birdingwales #gwentbirders

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 11d

Nothing, the bird will be fine.

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 11d

Thanks mate

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 11d

Thanks Ruby for your kind comments 🙏

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 11d

Thanks matey🙌

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 11d

I have written a blog post about the Wryneck at Goldcliff Lagoons. www.thewildlifeoculus.com/2025/09/my-j... #birdingwales #gwentbirds

My jynx is finally over

A photography blog focused on Gwent wildlife and in particularly birds.

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 12d

Yes, you're right, and it's amazing how quickly it's all growing back. And - there is now water on all 3 lagoons with waders :)

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 12d

A short video of the Wryneck at Goldcliff Lagoons today. youtu.be/o9c1xfrryl0?... #birdingwales #gwentbirders

Wryneck

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 12d

Thanks mate

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 12d

Thanks mate, a nice lifer :)

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 12d

Thanks Colin. Had to wait a while, and then it eventually popped up in the bush on the way to where the seawall hide used to be. It was feeding on ants on exposed earth patches for a good while, so it showed quite well, but also very mobile around the reserve.

The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 12d

Nice views of a Wryneck today at Goldcliff Lagoons. A lifer for me, so well happy. #birdingwales #gwentbirds

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RSPB Cymru @rspbcymru.bsky.social · 14d

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rhoswilliams.bsky.social @rhoswilliams.bsky.social · 14d

After posing well for photos showing back/side views this Hobby flew off and was then re-located giving excellent front views - a very obliging model! At Kenfig NNR this evening. #birds #birdingWales @eastglambto.bsky.social @glamorganbirdclub.bsky.social

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The Wildlife Oculus @thewildlifeoculus.bsky.social · 17d

Good to see my friend Nevs presentation. Amazing birds and other wildlife can be found in Botswana.

Gwent Ornithological Society @gos-birds.bsky.social · 17d

Great talk from Neville Davies yesterday evening about the Wonders of Botswana. A real feast for the eyes, seeing so many wonderful birds and other animals.Many Thanks, Nev.#birdingwales