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...
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?...
8 birds to look out for 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...
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...
Guide to British Woodpeckers
There are over 200 species of woodpeckers around the world, but only three of them live right here in the UK. These fascinating birds are recent visitors to...
The Life Cycle of the Cuckoo
This fascinating parasitic bird was once thought to herald the start of spring with its distinctive ‘cuck-oo’ call, but species numbers have been declining over recent years -...
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...
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