Happy Beaks Blog

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 -...

Everyone has seen those mounds of earth dotted around their garden, but how many of us have actually seen the elusive creature that creates them? The mole is...

The birds belonging to the corvid family are arguably the smartest birds in the world. Some are easier to tell apart than others, with their own colourful differences,...

The vast array of coastal birds around Britain are fascinating to watch. While many of us may not be able to make it to the beaches to spot...

Birds have been interwoven with superstitions for centuries. We’ve put together a list of the most interesting superstitions believed across the globe today; how many of these have...

Everybody’s seen a blue tit or house sparrow in their garden, or while out and about in the countryside. But how many of these unusual British birds have...

Who doesn’t love a bird with beautiful bright plumage? There are so many wonderful birds scattered across the globe that we never get to see here in the...

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 Goldcrest is the UK's smallest bird, but what it lacks in size it definitely makes up for with its striking appearance! Keep reading to learn some more...

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...

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 festive season is upon us, and it's time to start thinking about getting on with the Christmas shopping. But if the idea of trawling the high street...