You don’t need a pair of binoculars to see it: birds are absolutely everywhere right now. Swooping down on springtime and stealing our chips, taking over our tech with viral moments and addictive birdwatching apps, causing concern with the terrible spread of bird flu…
Feathers fly in this nature-loving edition, focused on why we love birds and what we can do about it. Staff Writer Charlotte Smith speaks to experts like Sean “The Birdman” Dooley on the rise and rise of the Aussie Bird Count (19-25 October), celebrated author Richard Flanagan reflects on his favourite avian neighbours in Tasmania, and wildlife photographers tell us all about their favourite fairywrens, spoonbills and more. It’s official: “bird” is the word.
More highlights in this edition:
- Indie rock hero Courtney Barnett‘s thoughtful Letter to My Younger Self
- Talking loneliness and robots with director Taika Waititi
- Our TISM interview goes completely off the rails
- Plus, Conor Curran’s Greek feast Red Beef Stew Kokkinisto. Read the full recipe here.
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