~ Early Web Links ~

Oxon Birding Blog is a collaborative birdwatching log covering bird sightings across Oxfordshire, England, with dated field reports from multiple contributors tracking species at specific local sites like Otmoor RSPB, Port Meadow, and Blenheim. With posts stretching back to 2005 and hundreds of entries per year, it serves as a real-time community record for birders seeking rare and notable species in the county.

Jellyquarium is a personal site themed around jellyfish, with planned sections for a jellyfish tank, exhibits, and collections. Still a work in progress, it hints at a charming aquatic-themed showcase for a jellyfish enthusiast.

Regal is the official Tigers fanlisting, owned by Jenn and listed on The Fanlistings Network, bringing together over 1,800 fans of these magnificent big cats from around the world. Visitors can join the list, grab a button to link back, and browse the growing community of tiger enthusiasts.

Tony Duckett's birding blog documents bird sightings across London's Regent's Park, Bushy Park, and Richmond Park, with a searchable log of species spotted over the years. The site includes a sightings map, a photo gallery, and posts covering birding trips further afield such as the Lake District and Norfolk.

Bird Links to the World is a massive curated directory of over 37,654 links devoted to birds, birding, and ornithology, organized by region and topic. Whether you are looking for species checklists, bird sounds, conservation resources, or local birding hotspots, this is one of the most comprehensive link collections for birdwatchers and ornithologists on the web.

Naturenet's birds page curates a wide selection of UK-focused birdwatching links, from the Birdtrack app and mailing lists to nest box guides and species-specific resources like Crow City and the Canada Goose Conservation Society. Part of the broader Naturenet countryside and nature resource site, this directory is a useful starting point for British birders looking for vetted online resources.

Graham Catley, an ornithological consultant and serious local patch birder, documents his wildlife encounters across Lincolnshire and beyond with a strong focus on rare and notable bird sightings. Posts feature detailed field notes and photography covering species like Pectoral Sandpiper, Brown Hairstreak butterflies, and Bearded Tits at Alkborough Flats.

The North American Native Fishes Association (NANFA) is a membership organization dedicated to the appreciation, study, and conservation of native freshwater fish species across North America. Visitors can explore species checklists, captive care guides, fishwatching resources, grant programs for conservation research, and a member photo gallery covering hundreds of species from darters to killifish.

A seasoned ornithologist and county bird records coordinator shares his expertise on the ten most commonly misidentified bird species in Monterey County, California. Compiled from over twenty years of reviewing rare bird claims, this guide helps birders at all skill levels avoid classic identification pitfalls, with specific species comparisons and notes on local distribution and timing.

SAVED is a fanlisting dedicated to adopted and rescued animals, welcoming fans of animal rescue and adoption from around the world. Created by an active animal rescuer, the site covers a wide range of rescued species and encourages visitors to adopt, volunteer, donate, or simply click a banner to feed a shelter animal for free.