Rare Vagrant
| 2023 |
Stodmarsh NNR, juvenile, seen and photographed on pools between Tower Hide and the River Stour, present from 15th October until 3rd November. A first for Kent. |
| 1936 | Sandwich Bay, single bird, 8th July. |
| East Kent marshes, single bird, 2nd June. | |
| 1918 | Hoppen Pits, single bird, on an uncertain date in August. |
| 1908 | Littlestone, two birds, 18th July, with one being shot on 15th August. One of those birds being a Hastings Rarity. |
The Kent Ornithological Society was founded in 1952
Our aims are to record and monitor the county’s bird life providing both an accurate historical record of Kent’s birds but equally importantly providing data that can be used to help protect valuable habitats from development and other threats.
In doing this, we seek increase knowledge and understanding of birds and their habitats in the county and encourage and support people seeking to take up birdwatching as a hobby.
Membership of the society is open to all and costs £15 a year. Members receive a free copy of the annual Kent Bird Report and regular electronic newsletters. See details
The Society runs regular online talks and an outdoor programme of field meetings. They are opportunities for both beginners and experienced birdwatchers to meet others in the county and to develop their knowledge and skills.
We are a charity regulated by the Charity Commission registered as charity number 212489.
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