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Birder by profession

At the filling station of migrating birds

Marco Sommerfeld has been working for the Carl Zeiss bird station in Hamburg for over 10 years. Always in a good mood, he combines natural science expertise with tireless dedication to the protection of native bird species in an extraordinary way.

Marco has made his passion for the natural and bird world a profession and shares his knowledge at any time with interested visitors in the Wedeler march. In her current article, Michaela Sulz tells us more about his personality and commitment.

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Mysterious owls and young bird watchers

New Jersey Audubon

The nature conservation organization New Jersey Audubon pursues the goal of early awakening the fascination for the uniqueness of nature through special offers for children. It thus makes a valuable educational contribution to the environmental and nature conservation of the future.

In her recent Nature Blog article, Michaela Sulz introduces the Young Birders Club of the New Jersey Audubon. Michaela shows us impressively how the organization inspires many children year after year for their native flora and fauna by diverse and interesting educational offers.

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Travel group towards the south

Things to know about bird migration

At the birding hot spots one observes several thousands of the globally roughly 50 billion migrating birds in fall. If they travel a short or a long distance is determined by the genes of each bird species.

Often the migrating birds fly in energy saving groups, sometimes not only with the own species. Our blog article discusses facts about bird migration and takes part in the adventure from the perspective of a young birder in Hamburg.

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Birder by profession

Nature saved me

In the birding scene he is internationally well-known as he hosts one of the globally most popular events: The Champions of the Flyway event in Israel. Noam Weiss is director of the International Birding and Research Center, the Bird's Sanctuary in Eilat.

Nature has supported Noam in his life significantly, that is why he protects it with tremendous dedication. This article isn't just about Eilat as important spot for migratory birds between Europe, Asia and Africa. It also gives you some privat insights.

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The Grand Iberian Birdwatching

Follow two best friends across Spain

A passion for birding is for anyone. That’s why ZEISS are delighted to be supporting two best friends as they embark on a magnificent journey across Spain.

Follow their journey over the next seven months as they start a whirlwind birding adventure.

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The life of a bird observatory warden

It’s not all about Birding!

Alderney is the northernmost of the Channel Islands and belongs to the Bailiwick of Guernsey. It´s a very important place for migrating birds with an extraordinary long migration season. That’s why Alderney is perfect for long-term monitoring of bird populations and migration.

The Alderney bird observatory was established in March 2016 and is one of the most fascinating places in Britain for observing migratory birds as well as nesting seabirds. Learn more about this beautiful little Island, the tremendous potential for Birding and the people working there.

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The Beauties of the Night

International Bat Night 2018

International Bat Night is already 22 years old. On the night of 25 to 26 of August, it unites all bat observers. With big events bat experts, nature conservationists and interested people celebrate the only flying mammal in more than 35 participating countries.

Now is the best time to observe bats individually or along with many other enthusiasts from all around the globe. Michaela Sulz is fascinated about the beauties of the night. Her current story tells you about some interesting myths of this impressive creatures.

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Seeing what we are missing

Meet our nature expert at Birdfair 2018

There is a close connection between our wildlife expert and filmmaker Simon King and the nature. Since many years he relies on ZEISS optics to observe the finest details out in the field as bright and clear as possible. His Dialyt optics have served him well for many many years.

Nowadays he uses our Victory SF and Harpia gear. For Simon, the knowledge about nature creates the conditions for an effective protection of our nature as well as our entire world. Learn more about his wildlife experiences in this story and visit Simon King live at this year's Birdfair.

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Nick Baker: All I need is a pair of binoculars

Meet our nature expert at Birdfair 2018

The professional naturalist, tv presenter and author Nick Baker never stops exploring the beauty of wildlife. He takes us on a little journey and tells us how to experience special moments outdoors.

He opens his mind and eyes to observe birds or insects in completely new dimensions. All it takes are a pair of binoculars and a great deal of curiosity. Follow Nick and visit him at this year's Birdfair.

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The Last Ibis

Protecting the Northern Bald Ibis in Morocco

Morocco is the last fully wild refuge of the critically endangered northern bald ibis (Geronticus eremita) in the world.

Together with BirdLife International and the Prince Albert II Foundation, ZEISS is supporting the conservation of the stock and the few remaining breeding grounds in the Souss Massa national park near Agadir.

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