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Expert tips on helping birds during the winter
Winter and early spring are particularly lean times for garden birds, and some struggle to find enough food and shelter in the wild. This is especially true of...
Featured Bird Watcher: George Cook
To celebrate the fantastic work of wildlife-loving birders, Happy Beaks has been talking to those who champion, photograph and generously share their birdwatching tips with others. We recently...
Your Happy Beaks Garden December
“I heard a bird sing in the dark of December. A magical thing. And sweet to remember. We are nearer to Spring than we were in September." ― Oliver...
Your Happy Beaks Garden November
“Fallen leaves lying on the grass in the November sun
bring more happiness than the daffodils.”
- Cyril Connolly
Now we are well into the autumn, it's the perfect time for...
Featured Bird Watcher: Wilderskies
Image: Courtesy of Nick Patel
To celebrate the amazing work of nature-loving birders, Happy Beaks is shining the spotlight on those who champion, photograph and share valuable bird watching...
How to Help Garden Wildlife in Autumn
The harsh cold weather can be tough for some British wildlife, as many of our favourite garden visitors begin to prepare for their long sleep through the winter...
The UK’s Autumn Arrivals
The time has come to wave farewell to our summer visiting feathered friends as they begin their long journeys to warmer countries where they will spend their winters....
Snap of the Month – Take a photo and win!
Each month we showcase some of the best photos out there, of birds in the garden and home, and give you a chance to win a 12.75kg bag...
Your Happy Beaks Garden – October
Autumn in a second spring when every leaf is a flower.
- Albert Camus
The season of mists and mellow fruitfulness is well underway, and with it we have waved...
How to protect wild birds from domestic pets
The melodious chirping of birds in our gardens is a source of joy and tranquillity. From the dazzling flash of a goldfinch to the elegant presence of a...
How to squirrel-proof your bird feeders
A bird feeder is a must in any garden, especially in winter months, when food sources for our feathered friends are scarce. But sometimes birds have uninvited dinner...
How to attract woodpeckers to your garden
There are over 200 species of woodpecker worldwide, and in the British Isles we are lucky enough to have three of them resident with us; green woodpeckers, great...