Donald Anderson
@da-anderson.bsky.social
The Walking Dad. Husband, father and dog owner. Heaven is other people, wildlife and fishing. In communication and used to run the best city in the world. Every dog walk is a litter pick. Supports #pawsonplastic.
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Donald Anderson
@da-anderson.bsky.social
· Jul 11
Every dog walk is a litter pick. A few visits to the wonderful Little France Park this week. Such a lovely place. Cleaner when I left. @pawsonplastic.bsky.social
One of the most uplifting nature videos I’ve ever seen. Storks, extinct in the UK since the last nesting pair were spotted on the roof of St Giles in the 1400s are back since 2020 thanks to the wonderful #Knepp estate. May I live to see them fly in Edinburgh again. #birds youtu.be/HWOJkrsLRC4?...
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January 17, 2026 at 2:03 PM
One of the most uplifting nature videos I’ve ever seen. Storks, extinct in the UK since the last nesting pair were spotted on the roof of St Giles in the 1400s are back since 2020 thanks to the wonderful #Knepp estate. May I live to see them fly in Edinburgh again. #birds youtu.be/HWOJkrsLRC4?...
Bird of the day theme is #perfectperch. This reed bunting was one of many awesome encounters last year at the wonderful Little France Park. #birdoftheday #birds #bird #edinburgh #Craigmillar
January 17, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Bird of the day theme is #perfectperch. This reed bunting was one of many awesome encounters last year at the wonderful Little France Park. #birdoftheday #birds #bird #edinburgh #Craigmillar
Through gritted teeth, but for once Trump’s intervention has been helpful. Not a solution, but a reduction in the killing is to be welcomed. The people of Iran are no less brave or admirable than the people of Ukraine. Both deserve to be free. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Trump says Iran has 'no plan' to execute protesters
The US president does not rule out military action in Iran, as Tehran temporarily shuts its airspace to nearly all flights.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 15, 2026 at 8:42 AM
Through gritted teeth, but for once Trump’s intervention has been helpful. Not a solution, but a reduction in the killing is to be welcomed. The people of Iran are no less brave or admirable than the people of Ukraine. Both deserve to be free. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Appalling behaviour from X. We shouldn’t be grateful this horror has stopped on this media, we should weep that it was ever allowed in the first place. I’ve never felt better about closing my X account - X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash - BBC News
January 15, 2026 at 8:38 AM
Appalling behaviour from X. We shouldn’t be grateful this horror has stopped on this media, we should weep that it was ever allowed in the first place. I’ve never felt better about closing my X account - X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash - BBC News
#birdoftheday theme is #raptor. Sometimes you get lucky. Whist walking along Blackford Glen with the dogs I heard a buzzard calling. It was a juvenile just across the burn and was presumably calling mum or dad. A lovely encounter and easy snap. #bird #birds
January 15, 2026 at 8:11 AM
#birdoftheday theme is #raptor. Sometimes you get lucky. Whist walking along Blackford Glen with the dogs I heard a buzzard calling. It was a juvenile just across the burn and was presumably calling mum or dad. A lovely encounter and easy snap. #bird #birds
#birdoftheday theme is #longbeaks, which is a great excuse to show my favourite bird encounter from last year. A Little Egret on the banks of the Tweed at #Walkerburn.
January 14, 2026 at 7:58 AM
#birdoftheday theme is #longbeaks, which is a great excuse to show my favourite bird encounter from last year. A Little Egret on the banks of the Tweed at #Walkerburn.
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🤔Um...what about the suicide numbers?
😔It's not good news. While homicides have fallen since pandemic highs, firearm suicides have increased.
www.thetrace.org/2025/12/data...
😔It's not good news. While homicides have fallen since pandemic highs, firearm suicides have increased.
www.thetrace.org/2025/12/data...
Gun Violence by the Numbers in 2025
U.S. gun violence reached record lows, but still more than 110 people were shot each day. Here are other statistics that illuminate this year’s trends.
www.thetrace.org
January 12, 2026 at 8:10 PM
🤔Um...what about the suicide numbers?
😔It's not good news. While homicides have fallen since pandemic highs, firearm suicides have increased.
www.thetrace.org/2025/12/data...
😔It's not good news. While homicides have fallen since pandemic highs, firearm suicides have increased.
www.thetrace.org/2025/12/data...
A stonechat against the fuzzy backdrop of houses at Little France Park in Craigmillar. Lovely little thing. #birdoftheday #city #bird #birds
January 12, 2026 at 7:55 AM
A stonechat against the fuzzy backdrop of houses at Little France Park in Craigmillar. Lovely little thing. #birdoftheday #city #bird #birds
My column in the Edinburgh Evening News. The Craigmillar and Niddrie Litterbusters have a genius alternative way to start the New Year. Some local heroes who make a huge difference. #litter #edinburgh #Craigmillar #Niddrie #Cleanup #pawsonplastic app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/story/never-...
Never mind Loony Dook, Litter Busting is a great way to start New Year
While I was enjoying a rest over the New Year, The Craigmillar and Niddrie Litter Busters were off to a flying start helping improve their community.
app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
January 7, 2026 at 1:39 PM
My column in the Edinburgh Evening News. The Craigmillar and Niddrie Litterbusters have a genius alternative way to start the New Year. Some local heroes who make a huge difference. #litter #edinburgh #Craigmillar #Niddrie #Cleanup #pawsonplastic app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/story/never-...
I’m pretty sure I’ll never do a ‘Loony Dook’, but some local heroes in Craigmillar had a fabulous idea to start the new year. My column from today’s Edinburgh News. #litter #keepscotlandbeautiful #pawsonplastic #Craigmillar #edinburgh app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/story/never-...
Never mind Loony Dook, Litter Busting is a great way to start New Year
While I was enjoying a rest over the New Year, The Craigmillar and Niddrie Litter Busters were off to a flying start helping improve their community.
app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
January 6, 2026 at 1:46 PM
I’m pretty sure I’ll never do a ‘Loony Dook’, but some local heroes in Craigmillar had a fabulous idea to start the new year. My column from today’s Edinburgh News. #litter #keepscotlandbeautiful #pawsonplastic #Craigmillar #edinburgh app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/story/never-...
#birdoftheday theme is #blackandwhite. One of my favourite yoga poses by an Oyster Catcher on the banks of the River Tweed. I did enjoy getting that one. #bird #birds
January 6, 2026 at 10:18 AM
#birdoftheday theme is #blackandwhite. One of my favourite yoga poses by an Oyster Catcher on the banks of the River Tweed. I did enjoy getting that one. #bird #birds
Tom Kelly’s wildlife feature. ❤️
❄️ Good morning Edinburgh. Tuesday’s headlines: Snow warning this morning, thousands of pupils skipping school, charity shop makes £14k in one day + 'end of an era' for Victoria Street's Maison Bleue restaurant after 28 years
⏰ Edinburgh’s ad-free local news: www.edinburghminute.com/the-edinburg...
⏰ Edinburgh’s ad-free local news: www.edinburghminute.com/the-edinburg...
January 6, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Tom Kelly’s wildlife feature. ❤️
From my column in today’s Edinburgh News. How Hogmanay became a huge success for Edinburgh. #edinburgh #hogmanay #tourism app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/story/how-ed...
How Edinburgh’s Hogmanay became such a huge success – Donald Anserson
This year Edinburgh’s Hogmanay again sent fantastic images around the world. It’s always a delight to watch how the city takes its place among the great cities of the world, and the images of people e...
app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com
January 6, 2026 at 9:44 AM
From my column in today’s Edinburgh News. How Hogmanay became a huge success for Edinburgh. #edinburgh #hogmanay #tourism app.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/story/how-ed...
Great idea for dog owners to play their part in making the community cleaner and better. Well worth signing up!
Don’t look the other way.
There’s always something to be found, it only takes a minute & feels great to do your bit to protect animals & the #environment
Litter breeds #litter. Picking it up reduces the amount dropped
Join us! 29,000 dog owners & counting..
Help us reach 30k
There’s always something to be found, it only takes a minute & feels great to do your bit to protect animals & the #environment
Litter breeds #litter. Picking it up reduces the amount dropped
Join us! 29,000 dog owners & counting..
Help us reach 30k
December 22, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Great idea for dog owners to play their part in making the community cleaner and better. Well worth signing up!
Reposted by Donald Anderson
Don’t look the other way.
There’s always something to be found, it only takes a minute & feels great to do your bit to protect animals & the #environment
Litter breeds #litter. Picking it up reduces the amount dropped
Join us! 29,000 dog owners & counting..
Help us reach 30k
There’s always something to be found, it only takes a minute & feels great to do your bit to protect animals & the #environment
Litter breeds #litter. Picking it up reduces the amount dropped
Join us! 29,000 dog owners & counting..
Help us reach 30k
December 22, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Don’t look the other way.
There’s always something to be found, it only takes a minute & feels great to do your bit to protect animals & the #environment
Litter breeds #litter. Picking it up reduces the amount dropped
Join us! 29,000 dog owners & counting..
Help us reach 30k
There’s always something to be found, it only takes a minute & feels great to do your bit to protect animals & the #environment
Litter breeds #litter. Picking it up reduces the amount dropped
Join us! 29,000 dog owners & counting..
Help us reach 30k
Reposted by Donald Anderson
🥳Brazil is no longer on the UN Hunger Map!
December 16, 2025 at 10:27 PM
🥳Brazil is no longer on the UN Hunger Map!
December 14, 2025 at 10:38 AM
#birdoftheday theme is #heronsandegrets. A lovely pair of juveniles from Seaton Valley.
December 14, 2025 at 10:35 AM
#birdoftheday theme is #heronsandegrets. A lovely pair of juveniles from Seaton Valley.
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🦁📈The Daily Dose via Phys 🦁📈
Since 2020, the number of wild Asiatic lions has grown by 42%.
Since 2020, the number of wild Asiatic lions has grown by 42%.
December 12, 2025 at 12:31 PM
🦁📈The Daily Dose via Phys 🦁📈
Since 2020, the number of wild Asiatic lions has grown by 42%.
Since 2020, the number of wild Asiatic lions has grown by 42%.
Comedy genius. Sad loss, but what a great innings.
Parliamo Glasgow?
Character actor and outstanding pantomime dame Stanley Baxter dies age 99.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Character actor and outstanding pantomime dame Stanley Baxter dies age 99.
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Comedian Stanley Baxter dies aged 99
Baxter, who was born in Glasgow, was one of the biggest stars on British television for several decades.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 12, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Comedy genius. Sad loss, but what a great innings.
Brodie all clipped and ready for Christmas. The groomer does an amazing job, including with photoshop!
December 12, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Brodie all clipped and ready for Christmas. The groomer does an amazing job, including with photoshop!
Alternative #birdoftheday theme is #hidden. I just managed to capture this shy Sedge Warbler at the wonderful Little France Park earlier this year. It was one of the best photography experiences I’ve had, and all my photos are done with two (very patient) dogs in tow, so not always easy.
December 12, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Alternative #birdoftheday theme is #hidden. I just managed to capture this shy Sedge Warbler at the wonderful Little France Park earlier this year. It was one of the best photography experiences I’ve had, and all my photos are done with two (very patient) dogs in tow, so not always easy.
#birdoftheday theme is #splashes. A young Guillemot having a ball. From a lovely trip to the Farne Islands. #bird #birds
December 12, 2025 at 8:01 AM
#birdoftheday theme is #splashes. A young Guillemot having a ball. From a lovely trip to the Farne Islands. #bird #birds
For #insectThursday. One of my favourite encounters of the year. I do love that blue. A Common Blue from beside the Bold Burn near Walkerburn. #butterflies #insects.
December 11, 2025 at 9:08 AM
For #insectThursday. One of my favourite encounters of the year. I do love that blue. A Common Blue from beside the Bold Burn near Walkerburn. #butterflies #insects.