Look out for the nest generation
Birds are beginning to nest, and not all of them in trees. Many birds nest on the ground and it’s really important to avoid disturbing them. We’re here to help you learn more about ground nesting-…
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How to tell the difference between similar wading birds
The UK’s wading birds are some of the hardest species to tell apart, but never fear! We’re here to help you out with some pointers.
The wonder of redwings
As swallows and warblers leave our shores and a heavy winter silence seems to descend, a great migration brings hope - the wonderful winter spectacle of redwings.
Britain's Birds
A new set of Wild Guides have been published by Princeton Press. I will be reviewing the new guides this week. Our final guide is Britain’s Birds
A morning of song: The dawn chorus
Jo Humphreys talks us through her morning listening to one of nature's most beautiful symphonies, the dawn chorus.
In praise of 'the brown budgie'
Sparrows are some of our most familiar birds, but their lives aren't as 'everyday' as they might seem, as our volunteer David Merry explains.
Dip into the world of dabbling ducks
Winter is a wonderful time to see wildlife, particularly for fans of our feathered friends. Our lakes, rivers, reservoirs and coasts are a winter home for an estimated 2.1 million ducks!
Northern grit: Which birds can you see toughing it out this winter?
Winter in the North West is anything but lifeless, especially where birdlife is concerned. From flashy thrushes to peeping and piping waders, our winter birds are certainly blessed with northern…
The bird with the stars in its feathers
Our volunteer, David Merry, has a special place in his heart for starlings. Read all about why he thinks these beautiful birds need more recognition.
Can you match the wildlife to its collective noun?
Do you know your murders from your charms; your whisps from your crowns? Take our collective noun quiz and see if you can match each collective noun with the wildlife!