Weekly birding round-up: 8 - 14 May

Chris Batty looks back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic, headlined by Long-tailed Skuas, Temminck's Stints and Subalpine Warblers. More here >

Small seabirds rely on crosswinds to navigate the open ocean

A new study reveals that Storm Petrels routinely travel hundreds of kilometers while deliberately seeking crosswinds. More here >

Birds can suffer serious harm from heat waves

In a new study, researchers have identified knowledge gaps and propose practical tools for analysing the risks to birds posed by extreme weather. More here >