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?...
Love is in the Air – Birds That Mate for Life
Valentines Day is upon us, and it's not just humans who are thinking about love! With winter almost over, our feathered friends are starting to gear up for...
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...
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...
How to identify wild garden birds
Ever been sat in the garden, perhaps with a cup of tea, and a visitor flies in? Lovely yes, but you’re not quite sure what it is? Don’t...
Top 10 Facts About Bullfinches
Bullfinches are relatively recent users of garden feeders, having been drawn in by sunflower and niger seeds, and their unmistakable bright pink breast and cheeks make the bullfinch...
Bird Profile: Blue Tit
They are the colourful, cheeky garden visitor that we all love. But how much do you know about them? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know...
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...
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...
Big Garden Bird Watch – Quick Identification Guide
The RSPB's Big Garden Bird Watch is taking place between 26th-28th January 2024, and presents us with the perfect opportunity to sit back and take note of all...
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