3 new records set in Global Birding October Big Day
7,528 species were recorded
Last updated 19th Oct 2023
Global Birding have released the results of their October Big Day 2023.
The event on October 14th saw thousands of bird enthusiasts take part.
People watched and recorded birds from across the globe, before being submitted to eBird.
Who took part?
- 7,528 species were recorded
- 36,508 people contributed
- from around 191 countries
- 3 new records were set for the single biggest day in October birding history
Using the results tool box, you can search for species and locations.
In Rutland, the most common species was a Eurasian Wigeon, with 200 recorded at Rutland Water.
Numerous exotic species including Canada Goose, Red-legged Partridge, Mandarin Duck and Egyptian Goose, were also spotted.
What is Global Birding?
Global Birding was created by Tim Appleton MBE, manager of Rutland Water until 2017.
It aims to 'inspire birdwatchers to come together as a global community and celebrate birds'.
They also raise funds for conservation.
Tim orchestrated the reintroduction of Ospreys to England at the reserve, with the first pair breeding in 2001.
He also stated the Birdfair at Rutland in 1989, which continues to this day.