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Jennifer Border on the Whinchat

Jennifer Border of the British Trust for Ornithology recalls how following the song of a whinchat resulted in a broken road sign and a cracked car bumper.

Jennifer Border of the British Trust for Ornithology has a special affection for whinchats even though research trips don't always go to plan as she recalls when following the song of a whinchat resulted in a broken signpost and a cracked car bumper!

Tweet of the Day has captivated the Radio 4 audience with its daily 90 seconds of birdsong. But what of the listener to this avian chorus? In this new series of Tweet of the Day, we bring to the airwaves the conversational voices of those who listen to and are inspired by birds. Building on the previous series, a more informal approach to learning alongside a renewed emphasis on encounters with nature and reflections on our relationship with the natural world.

Producer: Sarah

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Wed 21 Jun 2023 05:58

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  • Tue 13 Mar 2018 05:58
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