Swift, Swallow, or Martin?
There are four birds which often get confused with one another when spotted flying out and about. All four of these little birds are summer migrants, and come...
TOP 10 FACTS ABOUT ROBINS
Arguably the UK's favourite garden bird, robins are the confident, red-breasted feathered friend that are definitely no stranger to bird feeders up and down the country. But how...
8 Birds to Spot this Autumn
Autumn is a great time for birdwatchers. Several bird species migrate to the UK in time for winter, or pass through on their way to warmer climates. Curious...
Guide to British tits
Tits are fascinating birds. While there are others such as the long-tailed tit and bearded tit, these birds aren’t true members of the tit family. There are 6...
Big Garden Bird Watch – Quick Identification Guide
The RSPB's Big Garden Bird Watch is taking place between 29th - 31st January this year, and presents us with the perfect opportunity to sit back and take...
What is bird ringing?
If you’re a keen bird watcher, you’ve probably heard people refer to bird ringing. The efforts of bird ringers are crucial to conservation. But what exactly is it?...
History of the golden eagle in Britain
In recent news it was announced that the last wild golden eagle in Wales had unfortunately died. The bird had escaped captivity over 13 years ago, and had...
Guide to British thrushes
The family of thrushes consists of some truly fascinating birds, most recognisable from their spotted breasts. There are 4 native breeding species in Britain, with 2 migratory thrushes...
Interesting facts about the bearded vulture
The fascinating bearded vulture was recently spotted right here in the UK, roosting in the Peak District National Park. But what exactly is it, and why are people...
10 fun facts about birds
Birds are fascinating creatures. And with around 10,000 different species across the globe, there are certainly some interesting and quirky birds out there! How many of these fascinating...
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