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Daily Mirror
13 hours ago
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- Daily Mirror
Unassuming hobby loved by pensioners now a trend for Gen Z after TikTok boom
Birdwatching has become a massive trend on social media among younger Brits - meanwhile an increasing number of us are jetting off for wildlife holidays instead of boozy getaways If you thought birdwatching was a sport for retirees, you're mistaken – the newest enthusiasts of the trend are Gen Z. What's more, they're willing to travel to do it. While birdwatching might have a bad rep for being boring, Gen Z are proving that it is anything but. You might be surprised to find that #birdwatching on TikTok has over 374K posts on the app – mainly featuring young TikTokkers exploring the outdoors, showing off their best cottagecore outfits, as well as sharing their most impressive bird sightings. But instead of being seen as nerdy, it has viewers inspired. In fact, the growing popularity of the activity has even melded into Gen Z's growing interest in 'wildlife holidays'. Based on data gathered by the Travel Republic, searches for 'wildlife holiday' have increased by 336% over the past year. By comparison, searches for 'party holiday' decreased by 34%. Travel Republic revealed: 'We are seeing more and more young people looking to take part in activities traditionally associated with older generations, especially when it comes to activities centred around wildlife." They added: 'One major reason for this is that many Gen Zers are looking to spend their summer holidays in areas that are peaceful and centred around nature. Wildlife holidays are a great way to do this while also making unforgettable memories.' Some of the most popular destinations they've found Gen Z travelling to on wildlife holidays include Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the US and Australia. However, not everyone is travelling to far-off countries to explore this hobby. It's also taking off as a trend in the UK. Help us improve our content by completing the survey below. We'd love to hear from you! A British outdoor influencer, @emmy_explores, went viral after revealing her new favourite hobby: birdwatching. 'No words, just my RSPB guide and binoculars!!!' she said in her caption. The video garnered over 270K views and millions of comments. Commenters were quick to share their own growing love for birdwatching. 'I've started at 23 and by far the best part is all the older birders who are so excited to see a young person birdwatching,' one user said. Others added that they had started birdwatching as a teenager. 'It's the best relaxing hobby anyone can join. Sitting down in nature watching nature!' one commenter explained the appeal. Many other comments also added their appreciation for 'dad hobbies'. In Emmy's videos, she explores some of the UK's most famous beauty spots, like the Lake District. Sam Bentley is another popular UK-based ecologist who regularly posts videos of him performing 'bird surveys' which rack up thousands of views. In the UK especially, this is becoming more important than ever. According to government data , bird species across the UK have declined by 2% between 2018 and 2023. However, when you look at just England, this figure rises to 7%. One of the biggest causes of this are modern farmland practices according to the Royal Society for the Protection of Bird's (RSPB) State of Nature report 2023. This is largely due to the use of fertilisers and pesticides, which impact bird's food supply. As bird numbers fall hopefully Gen Z's reviving interest in these tiny dinosaurs will also lead to heightened awareness over their safety.
Extra.ie
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Eurovision viewers have their say as EMMY fails to advance to finals for Ireland
The reviews are rolling in following Ireland's failed Eurovision Song Contest bid, with many hitting out at the staging for our entry, EMMY. The Norwegian singer-songwriter took to the stage for the second round of semi-finals on Thursday with her song, Laika Party. Dressed in a silver dress, the singer sang from a rocket where she remained for the duration of the song. The reviews are rolling in following Ireland's failed Eurovision Song Contest bid, with many hitting out at the staging for our entry, Emmy. Pic: Andres Poveda Unfortunately, as catchy as the song was, it didn't make the cut with Ireland bowing out at the semi-final stages. The stacked semi-finals ended in heartbreak for five other countries alongside Ireland as Armenia, Austria, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Israel, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, and Malta advanced to Saturday's finals. Speaking after the semi-finals, Emmy admitted she was feeling 'so many emotions.' Speaking after the semi-finals, Emmy admitted she was feeling 'so many emotions.' Pic: Andres Poveda 'I am a bit sad if I have disappointed Ireland,' the 24-year-old told media, 'But at the same time they have been so nice and supportive and we have received so many beautiful messages.' She added: 'We couldn't be happier, or prouder or more grateful to be representing them, and that they chose us.' Viewers and fans had their say online, with many sad to see Ireland fail to qualify. Ooof. Emmy deserved to qualify. Was head and heels a tougher night than the first semi. Would be happy with Finland, Germany or Spain for the win.#Eurovision #Eurovision2025 — Barry O'Rourke (@orourke28) May 15, 2025 One said: 'Emmy absolutely delivered her performance! Laika would be proud #Eurovision #Eurovision2025.' Another wrote: 'Ooof. Emmy deserved to qualify. Was head and heels a tougher night than the first semi. Would be happy with Finland, Germany or Spain for the win #Eurovision.' A third added: 'Gutted Emmy didn't make it through to the #Eurovision2025 final for Ireland tonight. It'll always be a Laika Party for me.' gutted Emmy didn't make it through to the #Eurovision2025 final for Ireland tonight 😔 it'll always be a Laika Party for me 💚🤍🧡 — lauren ♡︎✨ (@laurenp_xxx) May 15, 2025 Others weren't as on board with Ireland's entry, with one person branding the staging 'poor.' They said: 'While #emmy is a lovely person the staging of the song was very poor! Very little movement and colours were used 2 years back for Brooke! We are just not able to compete! #rte #Eurovision2025.' Another shared: 'I want to say good things about this, but I have to be honest… marty whelan would wanna simmer down 💀 i'm sure emmy is nice and all, but Laika Party was on the irish singles chart for 1 week, and it was at 49… the #Eurovision fans liked it, but clearly it wasn't many people's number 1, or enough to get a vote… — 𝐿𝒜𝒩𝒜 𝑀𝒪𝑅𝒢𝒜𝒩 (@lanasvapejuice) May 15, 2025 'I cannot stand Emmy's voice and this entire performance is extremely static and repetitive even junior #eurovision entries are not this cheap-looking. 'Better luck next time, Ireland.' A third hit out at RTÉ's Eurovision commentator, Marty Whelan, writing: 'Marty Whelan would wanna simmer down. I'm sure Emmy is nice and all, but Laika Party was on the Irish singles chart for 1 week, and it was at 49… 'The #Eurovision fans liked it, but clearly it wasn't many people's number 1, or enough to get a vote…' Despite holding the joint record of the most wins throughout the history of the competition, Ireland has only managed to advance to the finals twice in the last ten years. Last year, Bambie Thug finished in sixth place — our best placing in more than 20 years — with Doomsday Blue. In 2018, Ryan O'Shaughnessy placed 16th overall after getting to the finals with his song, Together.
