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David Lindo on the Swift

David Lindo reflects on the arrival of the swift as a sign that summer is here. He marvels at its ability to navigate its way to Britain across Africa and Europe.

Urban Birder David Lindo reflects on the arrival of the swift as a sign that summer is here. He marvels at the ability of this small bird to navigate its way to Britain across Africa and Europe.
Tweet of the Day has captivated the Radio 4 audience with its daily 90 seconds of birdsong. But what of the listener to this avian chorus? In this new series of Tweet of the Day, we bring to the airwaves the conversational voices of those who listen to and are inspired by birds. Building on the previous series, a more informal approach to learning alongside a renewed emphasis on encounter with nature and reflection in our relationship with the natural world.

Producer Maggie Ayre.

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Wed 23 Jun 2021 05:58

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  • Sun 11 Jun 2017 08:58
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