The Casual Birder Podcast

The Casual Birder Podcast

Suzy Buttress

Episodes 147
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (55)
Since Nov 2017
Latest Episode May 2026

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Monthly
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62%
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About This Podcast

Suzy shares the joy of watching wild birds, from her garden visitors in southern England to birds seen internationally. Learn how to identify species, notice their behaviours, and recognize songs and calls. Join Suzy for recorded bird outings, interviews with experts and enthusiasts, and stories from birders around the world. Suzy says: "Birding is a great pastime. It can be done with others or alone. You don't need expensive equipment, your eyes or ears are enough. And best of all, the Casual Birder can do as much or as little birding as suits them. It's perfect for fitting into our busy schedules." Find Suzy on Twitter @CasualBirderPod

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Recent Episodes

Birding Diary - February 2026

May 30, 2026 51m

Suzy is joined by her husband John to review their birding experiences from February 2026. From trying to spot a Snow Goose amongst a flock of Whooper Swans (in a blizzard!) to seeing Spoonbills and…

Mary Colwell: A love of Nature, a passion for Curlews

May 11, 2026 23m

Suzy speaks with Mary Colwell, founder of Curlew Action, who describes her fascination with Curlews, and the need for urgent conservation to reverse their population decline in the UK. Advocating an…

Birding Diary - January 2026

Apr 02, 2026 58m

Suzy is joined by her husband John to review their birding experiences from January 2026, covering winter birding in Norfolk, and coastal birding in Hampshire, UK. They each saw over 100 bird species…

Dale Forbes - Drawing inspiration from the natural world

Nov 15, 2025 20m

Dale Forbes shares his passion for nature, how he is inspired by soundscapes, and his fascination with how habitats define the birds found there. He also tells us how he would spend his fantasy…

Great Bustards, Grey Partridge and Quail, Oh My!

Sep 01, 2025 38m

Join me as I recount my recent birding adventure in Wiltshire and Hampshire. From impressive Great Bustards to the elusive Common Quail and the unexpected Grey Partridges, our weekend was filled with…

Focus on Birders: Amy Squire

Jul 27, 2025 35m

Amy Squire is a passionate young birder and conservationist who has grown up exploring the wild spaces of Hampshire. With a childhood spent outdoors, Amy quickly became fascinated by all aspects of…

Global BirdFair 2025

Jul 18, 2025 32m

Global BirdFair has wrapped up for another year, and Suzy shares her experiences of this incredible festival of nature. The inspiring talks, interactive events, and vibrant community atmosphere made…

Simon King: A lifelong love of nature

Jul 04, 2025 25m

The celebrated naturalist and professional filmmaker, Simon King, recounts how he turned his childhood interest in wildlife into a successful career. Whilst he has travelled the world to bring us…

Dr Ed Pullen - The Bird Banter Podcast

Jun 11, 2025 47m

Suzy is joined by Dr Ed Pullen, a former family doctor turned keen birder and podcast host. During a trip to the Everglades with his late wife Kay, Ed found himself fascinated by the birds they saw.…

Birding Diary - February 2025

Mar 21, 2025 37m

In this month's birding catch-up, Suzy chats with her husband John about the birds they saw in February. After a slower start to the year thanks to a holiday abroad, they were keen to get back out…

Birding in Peru - Rob Williams

Mar 10, 2025 19m

Conservationist and bird guide Rob Williams shares the wonder of birding in Peru. From the coastal deserts to the Amazon Basin, Rob highlights the diverse habitats that are home to over 1800 bird…

Celebrating Women Birders

Mar 08, 2025 30m

For International Women's Day 2025 we hear from women birders from around the world. They share the motivations behind their birding passion and provide insights into the impact of birdwatching on…

In search of Hen Harriers at Wicken Fen - with Ajay Tegala

Feb 28, 2025 39m

Suzy takes a late afternoon walk with conservationist and author Ajay Tegala at Wicken Fen nature reserve in Cambridgeshire. As they sit in a hide waiting to see Marsh and Hen Harriers coming in to…

Sharing the beauty of Nature - Faraaz Abdool

Feb 17, 2025 22m

Faraaz Abdool is a published wildlife photographer, writer, and international tour guide. Hailing from Trinidad and Tobago, Faraaz's deep connection to nature led him to shift from a career in…

Birding diary - January 2025

Feb 10, 2025 40m

Episode Notes Suzy reviews her birding experiences from January 2025, starting with the final week of an epic vacation to Australia! Back in the UK Suzy joined a local RSPB outing and went to the New…

The binoculars that inspired a community in Ecuador #133

Jul 27, 2024 22m

Host Suzy speaks with Sandra Morocho (Birdwatchers of Quijos Valley, Ecuador) and Michaela Leeb (Swarovski-Optik). Sandra lives in the cloud forest on the eastern slopes of the Andes in Ecuador. In…

The power of finding your community - Stephen Moss

Jul 08, 2024 23m

Naturalist, author and broadcaster Stephen Moss joins Suzy in a wide-ranging conversation covering the importance of supporting younger members of the wildlife community, recovery from serious…

A passion for wildlife - Mike Dilger

Jun 28, 2024 30m

Ecologist, writer, and wildlife presenter Mike Dilger is a familiar face from his appearances on popular shows such as BBC's The One Show and Springwatch. With a lifelong passion for plants, insects,…

Aren't birds brilliant? Alan Davies and Ruth Miller

Jun 20, 2024 29m

Alan Davis and Ruth Miller are passionate birders. In 2008 they gave up their jobs and sold everything to embark on an epic year-long quest to see and hear as many bird species as possible. After…

Passion & innovation in bird feeder design - with Finches Friend #129

Jan 10, 2024 31m

Dick and Andrew Woods, who operate the family business behind Finches Friend bird feeders, prioritise the health of garden birds in the design of their products. A passionate designer, Dick set out…

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