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Imagine a jazz musician, improvising on a theme. Then imagine that he is able to play half a dozen instruments - not one after another, but almost simultaneously, switching effortlessly between instruments and musical styles with hardly a pause for breath. If you can countenance that, you are halfway towards appreciating the extraordinary song of the nightingale . . .Wherever we are, there are birds. And wherever there are birds, there is birdsong. It''s always a pleasure (and a relief) to hear sounds which prove the world''s still spinning: whether it''s the sighing of migrating redwings on a damp October night, the twitter of swallows fresh in from South Africa in April or the call of the cuckoo in May. Based on the scripts of BBC Radio 4''s beloved year-long series, and distilling two lifetimes'' knowledge, insight and enthusiasm into these pages, Brett Westwood and Stephen Moss take you month by month through the year, and the changing lives of our favourite birds. From peregrines swapping sea-cliffs for skyscrapers to swifts spending almost their entire lives on the wing; from charms of goldfinches to murmurations of starlings; from ptarmigans thriving in the Highland snow to the bright green parakeets thronging London''s parks; this book is packed full of extraordinary insights and memorable facts. Tweet of the Day is a book for everyone who loves Britain''s birds.(Illustrations © Carry Akroyd)

Imagine a jazz musician, improvising on a theme. Then imagine that he is able to play half a dozen instruments - not one after another, but almost simultaneously, switching effortlessly between instruments and musical styles with hardly a pause for breath. If you can countenance that, you are halfway towards appreciating the extraordinary song of the nightingale . . .Wherever we are, there are birds. And wherever there are birds, there is birdsong. It''s always a pleasure (and a relief) to hear sounds which prove the world''s still spinning: whether it''s the sighing of migrating redwings on a damp October night, the twitter of swallows fresh in from South Africa in April or the call of the cuckoo in May. Based on the scripts of BBC Radio 4''s beloved year-long series, and distilling two lifetimes'' knowledge, insight and enthusiasm into these pages, Brett Westwood and Stephen Moss take you month by month through the year, and the changing lives of our favourite birds. From peregrines swapping sea-cliffs for skyscrapers to swifts spending almost their entire lives on the wing; from charms of goldfinches to murmurations of starlings; from ptarmigans thriving in the Highland snow to the bright green parakeets thronging London''s parks; this book is packed full of extraordinary insights and memorable facts. Tweet of the Day is a book for everyone who loves Britain''s birds.(Illustrations © Carry Akroyd)

A SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER''Vibrant, fascinating, poetic - a year in living things: all the things we love, all the things we wish we could, all the little things we step over and never know - the best of British wildlife from two superb naturalists and writers'' CHRIS PACKHAMFrom blackbirds, beavers and beetles to tawny owls, natterjack toads and lemon slugs. Every day of the year, winter or summer, in every corner of the British Isles, there''s plenty to see if you know where - and how - to look. From encounters with the curious black redstart, which winters on our rocky coasts, to the tiny green snowdrop shoots that are the first sign that spring might be round the corner. And from the blossom-time and dawn choruses of April and May into the abundant noisiness of summer, where days start with hawker dragonflies and drowsy bumblebees and end with glow-worms and ghost moths; to autumn when in the early morning mist of London''s Richmond Park male red deer lock horns in competition for a mate.Nature is always full of surprises - whether it''s the strange behaviour of clothes moths or the gruesome larder of the strike. Distilling two lifetimes'' knowledge, expert insight and enthusiasm, award-winning authors and passionate naturalists Brett Westwood and Stephen Moss take us through the year, day by day, sharing the unexpected delights that we can experience in our skies, beaches, rivers, fields, forests and back gardens. There are all kinds of adventures waiting on your doorstep, any day of the year, all you need is Wonderland.

Prepare to dive to the depths of the sea with 100-foot-long giant squid, travel through space after the meteorites shooting into our atmosphere and join a dangerous expedition to Antarctica to find the Emperor Penguin egg. Discover fleas dressed by nuns, a defeated prince hiding from his enemies in an oak tree and the plant whose legendary screams could drive you mad . . .Accompanying Radio 4''s acclaimed six-month series with the Natural History Museum, Natural Histories tells the riveting stories of how our relationships with twenty-five unexpected creatures have permanently changed the way we see the world. Packed full of fascinating science, history and folklore, this beautiful book brings you face to face with nature, in all its wonder, complexity and invention.Fresh from winning the Thomson Reuters prize for Tweet of the Day, Brett Westwood and Stephen Moss have written another imaginative and inspiring book. Each chapter explores a different species or phenomena, often taking a fascinating object in the museum''s collection as a starting point. From rock pools and blackberry picking to a shipwreck thousands of miles from land; and from David Attenborough on gorillas to Monty Python on dinosaurs, this is a book for anyone curious about the world we live in. You''ll never take nature for granted again.

Wildlife presenter Chris Packham leafs through the Living World archives, revisiting classic episodes and bringing them up to dateFor over half a century, landmark natural history series Living World has provided an inspiring introduction to the flora and fauna of Great Britain and beyond. Filmed on location at key ecological sites, it sees BBC wildlife presenters joined by guest experts for enthusiastic discussions and close encounters with our native wildlife.These classic archive programmes have all been specially selected by Chris Packham, who introduces each episode and gives us an overview of the places, people and species featured on the show. Twenty are hosted by veteran broadcaster Lionel Kelleway, with the remaining two presented by Brett Westwood. Accompanied by ornithologists, biologists and a host of other specialists, they take us on a tour around the British Isles in search of amazing plants and animals.Among their discoveries are swifts, stag beetles, sticklebacks and red squirrels - as well as the endangered white-clawed crayfish; the slumbering dormouse or ''seven-moth sleeper''; the diminutive wren (known as the King of the Birds) and the under-appreciated wasp (more benign and beneficial than people realise). In addition, they hunt for crabs in a Scottish rockpool; take a festive look at mistletoe; await the arrival of roosting rooks and listen to the call of the booming bittern.Full of fascinating facts and surprising stories, this carefully curated collection will transport you to Britain''s mountains, moorlands, woodlands and coasts, immersing you in the wonder and importance of our natural world.Production creditsProduced by Andrew DawesEpisode guideFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates:Swifts 3 May 2015Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Chris PerrinsMayfly and the Chalkstream 12 July 2015Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Mike LadleThe Stag Beetle Hunt 26 July 2015Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Jonathon Spencer and Roger KeyThe Seven-Month Sleeper 11 October 2015Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Michael WoodsWater Vole 18 October 2015Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Rob StrachanLichens of Scotland 25 October 2015Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Brian and Sandy CoppinsHerons 8 November 2015Presented by Lionel KellewayThe Wader with the Crest 10 January 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Andy WilsonA Life of Slime 17 January 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Mary SeddonRooks and a Winter Roost 24 January 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Joe Cullum and Ian HendersonSticklebacks 12 June 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Iain BarberThe Highland Midge 19 June 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Alison BlackwellThe Ways of the Wasp 21 August 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Tom IngsCatching Crabs 11 September 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Stephen WisemanCrayfish 4 December 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Martin FraylingRed Squirrels 11 December 2016Presented by Brett Westwood with Jason ReynoldsA Very Berry Christmas 18 December 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Jonathan BriggsWren Hunt 25 December 2016Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Matthew EvansFieldfares in a Winter Orchard 1 January 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Steve Dodd and Dave CockerFreshwater Pearl Mussels 5 March 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Mary SeddonToads (The Toad) 12 March 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Julia WycherleyBooming Bitterns 19 March 2017Presented by Brett Westwood with Ian Hawkins and Ken Smith© 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Wildlife presenter Brett Westwood revisits selected highlights from the Living World archiveSince 1968, the BBC''s iconic Living World has been introducing listeners to the best natural history Britain has to offer. Its veteran presenters have criss-crossed the country in all weathers and through all terrains, in search of remarkable species and extraordinary stories.Introduced and updated by Brett Westwood, these classic archive programmes are hosted by Lionel Kelleway, Trai Anfield, Chris Sperring, Paul Evans, Peter France, Joanna Pinnock, Miranda Krestovnikoff, Sarah Pitt and Brett himself. Each show is filmed on location, in places ranging from Dartmoor to the Celtic rainforest, and features a guest naturalist eager to share their expertise with the presenters and us.Together, they uncover an array of natural wonders, including the elegant black-tailed godwit, the enigmatic glow worm and the industrious mason bee that makes its nest in a snail shell. They also hunt for adders in Loch Lomond, experience the sights and sounds of a Sika deer rut and a starling eruption, witness the small bands of Red Admiral butterflies flying in from the sea and find that night time is the right time for mountain hares.Immersive, inviting and informative, this specially curated collection will provide fascinating insight into Britain''s wonderful wildlife, and inspire you to seek out your own encounters with nature.Production creditsProduced by Andrew DawesEpisode guideFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates:Nest Finder of Dartmoor 11 June 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Mark LawrenceAdders of Loch Lomond 18 June 2017Presented by Trai Anfield with Chris McInernyA Shell Nesting Bee 2 July 2017Presented by Trai Anfield with John WaltersGlow Worms 9 July 2017Presented by Chris Sperring with Robin ScagellWaxcap Grasslands 24 September 2017Presented by Paul Evans with Dr Gareth Griffiths and Bruce LangridgeThe Late Arrivals 8 October 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Richard FoxSika Deer 22 October 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Dr Anita DiazGodwits 17 December 2017Presented by Chris Sperring with Pete PottsAncient Holly 24 December 2017Presented by Joanna Pinnock with Sara Bellis and Carl PickupPonds in Winter 31 December 2017Presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff with Jeremy BiggsMountain Hares 7 January 2018Presented by Sarah Pitt with Derek YaldonThe Snowdrop 4 March 2018Presented by Brett Westwood with Christine SkelmesdaleA Starling Eruption 11 March 2018Presented by Trai Anfield and Simon ClarkeEssex Geese 18 March 2018Presented by Peter France with Graeme Underwood and Chris TyasThe Celtic Rainforest 25 March 2018Presented by Paul Evans with Ray Woods© 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Wildlife presenter Lindsey Chapman relives selected archive highlights from the popular nature seriesFor over five decades, Living World has been introducing audiences to the astonishing diversity of British wildlife. Its veteran presenters have travelled the length and breadth of the British Isles, venturing far and wide with their microphones to immerse the listener and capture the excitement of getting close to nature.Hosted by Lionel Kelleway, Brett Westwood, Peter France and Michael Scott, these 15 archive episodes are hand-picked by Lindsey Chapman, who also gives an introduction to each one, bringing us up to date on developments since the initial broadcast. Recorded on location in some very special places, from South Harris in the Outer Hebrides to the River Exe in Devon, the programmes all feature guest experts with specialist knowledge of the local environment and its flora and fauna.Guiding our presenters through a particular habitat, they discuss the species who have made it their home, and set out to track them down. While a quest to find the great yellow bumblebee proves problematic, they revel in seeing a hen harrier on the wing; encounter the world''s largest slug; experience a remarkable raven roost and catch a rare glimpse of wild boar. Plus, they discover the biology behind pigeon migration; learn why jays are key to the rejuvenation of the UK''s forests and take a timeline walk from sea edge to dry land along Dungeness'' shifting shingles.Full of amazing sights, sounds and stories, this specially curated collection will take you on an awe-inspiring journey through Britain''s natural world, and encourage you to embark on your own wildlife adventures.Production creditsProduced by Andrew DawesEpisode guideFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates:The Machair of the Western Isles 10 June 2018Presented by Brett Westwood with Martin ScottCatch the Pigeon 17 June 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Chris ArmstrongWoolston Eyes 24 June 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Brian MartinBlackbirds 1 July 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Will CresswellHen Harrier 23 September 2018Presented by Brett Westwood wth Iolo WilliamsThe World''s Largest Slug 30 September 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with John WaltersUnderwater Architects 7 October 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Ian WallaceThe Oak Tree Planters 14 October 2018Presented by Brett Westwood with John TulleyDungeness 21 October 2018Presented by Peter France with Erica Towner and David HarperAvocet 9 December 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Malcom DaviesCaledonian Pine Forest 16 December 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Roy DennisWinter Ravens 23 December 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Leo Smith and Tom WallWild Boar 30 December 2018Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Dr Martin GouldingThe Green Isle 3 March 2019Presented by Michael Scott with Dave Dick and Peter MooreStoats 11 March 2019Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Robbie MacDonald and Becky Wright© 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Wildlife presenter Brett Westwood revisits selected highlights from the Living World archiveSince 1968, the BBC''s iconic Living World has been introducing listeners to the best natural history Britain has to offer. Its veteran presenters have criss-crossed the country in all weathers and through all terrains, in search of remarkable species and extraordinary stories.Introduced and updated by Brett Westwood, these classic archive programmes are hosted by Lionel Kelleway, Trai Anfield, Chris Sperring, Paul Evans, Peter France, Joanna Pinnock, Miranda Krestovnikoff, Sarah Pitt and Brett himself. Each show is filmed on location, in places ranging from Dartmoor to the Celtic rainforest, and features a guest naturalist eager to share their expertise with the presenters and us.Together, they uncover an array of natural wonders, including the elegant black-tailed godwit, the enigmatic glow worm and the industrious mason bee that makes its nest in a snail shell. They also hunt for adders in Loch Lomond, experience the sights and sounds of a Sika deer rut and a starling eruption, witness the small bands of Red Admiral butterflies flying in from the sea and find that night time is the right time for mountain hares.Immersive, inviting and informative, this specially curated collection will provide fascinating insight into Britain''s wonderful wildlife, and inspire you to seek out your own encounters with nature.Production creditsProduced by Andrew DawesEpisode guideFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates:Nest Finder of Dartmoor 11 June 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Mark LawrenceAdders of Loch Lomond 18 June 2017Presented by Trai Anfield with Chris McInernyA Shell Nesting Bee 2 July 2017Presented by Trai Anfield with John WaltersGlow Worms 9 July 2017Presented by Chris Sperring with Robin ScagellWaxcap Grasslands 24 September 2017Presented by Paul Evans with Dr Gareth Griffiths and Bruce LangridgeThe Late Arrivals 8 October 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Richard FoxSika Deer 22 October 2017Presented by Lionel Kelleway with Dr Anita DiazGodwits 17 December 2017Presented by Chris Sperring with Pete PottsAncient Holly 24 December 2017Presented by Joanna Pinnock with Sara Bellis and Carl PickupPonds in Winter 31 December 2017Presented by Miranda Krestovnikoff with Jeremy BiggsMountain Hares 7 January 2018Presented by Sarah Pitt with Derek YaldonThe Snowdrop 4 March 2018Presented by Brett Westwood with Christine SkelmesdaleA Starling Eruption 11 March 2018Presented by Trai Anfield and Simon ClarkeEssex Geese 18 March 2018Presented by Peter France with Graeme Underwood and Chris TyasThe Celtic Rainforest 25 March 2018Presented by Paul Evans with Ray Woods© 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Award-winning wildlife presenter Brett Westwood explores our relationship with mammals, and their impact on human culture and societyFor as long as humans have existed, animals have got under our skin, enthralling us with their wildness, enriching our lives and influencing art, literature, science and religion. And we feel perhaps the deepest connection with mammals, as we too are members of this same vast group. In these engrossing episodes from Radio 4''s landmark series, Natural Histories, Brett Westwood tells the stories of 10 of the most mesmerising mammals, illuminating the often surprising ways they have shaped society.Looking at our closest relatives, monkeys and apes, he discovers how they reflect our humanity, and how, from King Kong to the PG Tips chimps, we have exploited them for entertainment. Meeting an enthusiastic lurcher named Trevor, Brett finds out how dogs have changed us and vice versa, as he unpacks our close companionship with man''s best friend. Drawing on tales of Dracula and Batman, he investigates our obsession with bats, and, in company with Verity Sharp, he gets up close to one of the weirdest, most endangered primates on Earth: the aye-aye. Plus, Brett experiences the magic of sloths with Joanna Pinnock; examines what a furry stuffed toy can teach us about our association with bears; and analyses how our perception of the enigmatic whale has undergone a transformation, from feared beast to icon of conservation.Packed with fascinating facts about the biology and cultural history of each animal, this carefully curated collection celebrates the wonder and infinite variety of mammals, and shows how our past, present and future are inextricably intertwined with theirs.Production creditsPresented by Brett Westwood with Joanna Pinnock (Sloth) and Verity Sharp (Aye-Aye)Produced in partnership with the Natural History Museum, LondonProducers: Tom Bonnett, Melvin Rickarby, Sarah Blunt, Beth O''DeaSeries producer: Mary ColwellAdditional sound recordings of Narwhals courtesy of Dr Susanna Blackwell, Greeneridge Sciences Inc.Episode guideFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates:Monkeys And Apes 2 June 2015Bears 8 September 2015Whales 17 November 2015Elephant 27 September 2016Bat 1 August 2017Giraffe 7 November 2017Reindeer 21 November 2017Dog 4 September 2018Sloth 18 October 2019Aye-Aye 29 November 2019© 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Award-winning wildlife presenter Brett Westwood explores our relationship with fish and invertebrates, and their impact on human culture and societyThroughout the ages, human beings have had a profound fascination with the natural world. It has influenced all aspects of our civilisation, from science and religion to music, art, literature and film. These 12 episodes, taken from Radio 4''s epic series Natural Histories, find presenter Brett Westwood exploring two major groups of animals - fish, who have lived on Earth for over 450 million years, and invertebrates, who make up 97 percent of all species worldwide - to find out how our perception and representation of them has changed over time.Beginning with one of our most iconic predators, he dives into the world of sharks, showing how Jaws gave them a reputation as fearsome killers - and signed the death warrant for millions of their number. Brett also meets the closest thing to an alien lifeform: an octopus, discovering how the sea monster of historical myth is now emerging as an animal worthy of respect and understanding. Plus, he goes in search of the obscure burbot, Britain''s forgotten freshwater fish; looks at the rise and demise of the flea circus; and explains why we have eulogised the butterfly from time immemorial. Meanwhile, author Lia Leendertz uncovers the story of bees, looking at ancient Greek poetry, Victorian moral allegory, and the laws and superstitions around beekeeping...Taking in documentary, biography and fiction, these riveting programmes will delight, surprise and amaze. You''ll never look at fish and invertebrates in the same way again...Production creditsPresented by Brett Westwood with Lia Leendertz (Bee)Produced in partnership with the Natural History Museum, LondonProducers: Sarah Blunt, Andrew Dawes, Beth O''Dea, Sarah Pitt, Maggie Ayre, Tom BonnettSeries producer: Mary ColwellEpisode guideFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates:Sharks 9 June 2015Eel 22 August 2017Burbot 7 July 2015Octopus 15 August 2017Leech 2 August 2016Earthworm 25 July 2017Snail 5 September 2017Fleas 10 November 2015Beetles 27 October 2015Bee 25 October 2019Butterflies 16 June 2015Cricket 1 November 2016© 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

Award-winning wildlife presenter Brett Westwood explores our relationship with birds and reptiles, and their impact on human culture and societyEver since the first prehistoric artist etched animal paintings onto a cave wall, humans have been inspired by the living world. It has enriched our lives in science, art, literature and music, defining society at every level across the globe. In these 13 episodes from Radio 4''s groundbreaking Natural Histories, presenter Brett Westwood looks at two remarkable types of animals: birds and reptiles, who share a common ancestor and are often thought to belong to the same group.His imagination takes flight as he considers the rich, tangled life of the cuckoo; soaks in the sound bath of a nightingale''s song; and probes the paradox of the pigeon with fellow presenter Verity Sharp. Brett also explores a bird that has become a byword for male beauty: the peacock, and guides us through the history of the ethereal swan, from ancient Greece to Swan Lake to Putin''s Russia. Plus, he analyses birds'' eggs as a symbol for new life, a metaphor for the origin of the universe - and a delicious staple of cookery. Turning to the reptile world, Brett tracks down nature''s master of disguise, the chameleon; learns how the crocodile can boast of being a god, a sports logo, a sly trickster and a comic book hero; and marvels at the magnificent dinosaurs, who ruled the earth for 160 million years and still captivate us today.Weaving together nature, history, biology and biography, these fascinating programmes illuminate the complex connections between human beings and our feathered and scaly friends, revealing the unexpected ways we have interacted with them, and how they have changed the way we see the world.Production creditsPresented by Brett Westwood with Verity Sharp (Pigeon)Produced in partnership with the Natural History Museum, LondonProducers: Andrew Dawes, Sarah Blunt, Melvin Rickarby, Tim Dee, Tom Bonnett, Sarah PittSeries producer: Mary ColwellEpisode guideFirst broadcast on BBC Radio 4 on the following dates:Birds Eggs 1 September 2015Peacock 31 July 2018Parrots 22 September 2016Hornbill 13 October 2015Honeyguide 18 October 2016Swallow 3 October 2017Cuckoo 8 August 2017Nightingale 12 September 2017Swan 25 September 2018Penguin 18 September 2018Dinosaurs 28 July 2015Crocodiles 29 September 2015Chameleon 11 October 2016© 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.

An entertaining guide to some of our commonest and most curious coastal wildlife. Brett Westwood is joined by naturalist Phil Gates in this informative and entertaining guide to a variety of common coastal wildlife. Recorded in early summer along the coast of Northumberland, each programme focuses on a different habitat – rock pools, sandy beaches, sea cliffs, strandlines and mudflats adjoining saltmarshes. The series offers helpful advice on the appearance, behaviourand sounds of some of the typical species you’re likely to find around Britain''s coast. Brett and Phil peel back the seaweed, clamber across rocks and sift through mud to examine the plants and animals that make this environment their home, and discuss how they’ve adapted to survive and thrive in some of the most hostile coastal habitats. A Guide to Coastal Wildlife will give listeners the confidence to identify everything from sea squirts to sandhoppers and from marram grass to mud shrimps. It will appeal to the complete novice and to more experienced naturalists who want to learn more about our fascinating and diverse coastal wildlife. Duration: 1 hour 15 mins approx

Imagine a jazz musician, improvising on a theme. Then imagine that he is able to play half a dozen instruments - not one after another, but almost simultaneously, switching effortlessly between instruments and musical styles with hardly a pause for breath. If you can countenance that, you are halfway towards appreciating the extraordinary song of the nightingale . . .Wherever we are, there are birds. And wherever there are birds, there is birdsong. It''s always a pleasure (and a relief) to hear sounds which prove the world''s still spinning: whether it''s the sighing of migrating redwings on a damp October night, the twitter of swallows fresh in from South Africa in April or the call of the cuckoo in May. Based on the scripts of BBC Radio 4''s beloved year-long series, and distilling two lifetimes'' knowledge, insight and enthusiasm into these pages, Brett Westwood and Stephen Moss take you month by month through the year, and the changing lives of our favourite birds. From peregrines swapping sea-cliffs for skyscrapers to swifts spending almost their entire lives on the wing; from charms of goldfinches to murmurations of starlings; from ptarmigans thriving in the Highland snow to the bright green parakeets thronging London''s parks; this book is packed full of extraordinary insights and memorable facts. Tweet of the Day is a book for everyone who loves Britain''s birds.(Illustrations © Carry Akroyd)