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Birds and Wildlife in your allotment Birds and wildlife in your allotment. From your salad crops that give you leaves for your meals, to your flowering peas, it’s National Allotment Week so take a step back and admire all your hard work. Farmers often see birds as pests but whether you’re starting a new allotment or have been the proud owner of an allotment for a number of years, you’ll want to attract these colourful characters to your allotment. Often a fraction of the cost of expensive pest …

Top 10 Birds of Britain Top 10 birds of Britain. Come rain or shine bird spotting can be enjoyed any time of the year. With one of the hottest UK summers on record there’s no better time to explore the great outdoors, or the comfort of your garden and spot some of the best birds of England. To give you a helping hand in identifying which bird species you may have seen, here are 10 of the most common British birds that have been spotted according to our BirdSpotter tool. Barn Owl This much …

Sea Bird Watching Guide Sea bird watching guide. As summertime approaches and the weather warms up, Brits will flock to the seaside and coastline to make the most of the summer season. This doesn’t mean you have to stop birdwatching though! There is a huge variety of shoreline birds and seabirds in the UK to spot on your travels this summer season. Take a look at our guide to spotting seabirds below! Common seabirds to look out for and where to find them Although there are a wide number of seab …

Most of us look forward to spotting some feathered garden visitors from time to time, but it can be difficult to know how to take care of all the different types of birds that we may spot. Although some things, such as ensuring an adequate water supply, are important for all birds, it’s also a good idea to find out what birds like to eat and how this differs from species to species. We’ve put together a list of birds and their food preferences using the results of the RSPB’s big garden birdwatch …

Birds in the future. With global warming and climate change gaining pace, and increasing amounts of land being transformed into housing, bird species across the world are under threat. Over the coming years, bird populations will find it harder to survive and more species will disappear completely. Take a look at some notable extinct birds, and species that are likely to disappear in the near future below. Famous Extinct Birds The dodo is probably the most famous of extinct birds. Found on the …

The Ultimate European Birding Tour In the UK we’re fortunate enough to have a wealth of wild birds to spot all year round. With everything from Hawfinches to Nightingales and Nightjars, you won’t be short of wild birds to tick off your list! Nonetheless, if you’re a keen birder who has already conquered the UK's top birding locations, you may be looking for your next challenge. If so, we’ve got the ultimate solution for you… We’ve carefully chosen several locations from across Europe where you …

Earth day 2018 Earth Day 2018 is right around the corner, so now’s the time to think about how you can start doing your bit for the environment and local wildlife. Earth Day is the world’s largest environmental movement, and it is a time raise awareness about the plastic pollution problem and take action. Plastic waste impacts every aspect of our lives as humans, however, there is an even more severe impact on wildlife and birds. Plastic pollution in the ocean and in landfill sites poses a sig …

Big garden bird watch results 2018. The results are in from this year's Big Garden Birdwatch and the top 10 most common birds in Britain have been revealed! The RSPB runs the Big Garden Birdwatch every year, to help keep track of the UK’s bird population and understand which breeds of bird could be in danger and which ones are thriving. Understanding which breeds need a bit of extra help allows the charity to put measures in place to ensure the survival of Britain’s best-loved birds. It mean …

Rewild your garden in spring If you’ve got a green thumb and you’re itching to get your garden in tip-top shape, there are a number of ways that you can rewild your garden in time for spring. Whether you want to attract wildlife or beautify your lawn, with our top tips you’ll achieve the garden of your dreams in no time and with minimal effort. Read on to learn how to get involved in rewilding and get a garden your neighbours will be envious of! What is rewilding? Regardless of whether you’ve g …

The best birding holiday destinations around Europe European birding holiday. With its diverse landscapes and habitats, Europe is a haven for hundreds of different species of bird. If you’re thinking of going on a bird watching holiday abroad, Europe could be the perfect choice for you, no matter what types of birds you’re wanting to spot. Read on to find out our top spots for the best bird watching in Europe. Spain Extremadura in the South East of Spain is widely regarded as a must-visit spot f …