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...
British Finches – An Identification Guide
Some are regular garden visitors, and some are more secretive, woodland dwellers, but how many have you spotted? We're here to lend you a helping hand with identifying...
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...
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 much...
What to do when a bird hits your window
Lead pic credit: Sherri Dawn
We all love seeing those beautiful garden birds visit our gardens, chirping away on the feeders. Unfortunately, it’s not always plain sailing for our...
The Birds of The Twelve Days of Christmas
'The Twelve Days of Christmas' is one of those carols that everybody knows and loves. After all, who can resist the joy of singing '5 Gold Rings' at...
What to do if you find a baby bird
Fledging season is upon us, and at this time of year, it’s not uncommon to find a lost-looking baby bird sitting on the ground by itself or hopping...
Seven owls you can see in Britain
For many a keen birdwatcher, owls are fascinating creatures. Historically associated with witchcraft, or even as bad omens, they are nowadays more often associated with Harry Potter. But...
The UK’s Birds of Prey
The British Isles is home to some truly magnificent wildlife, but some of the most remarkable of our native species are the birds of prey that can be...
How to deter mice and rats from your feeders
Picture the scene: you’ve put out all this lovely food to attract garden birds to your feeders, to give nature a helping hand. But it’s not goldfinches or...