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Explore the latest conservation and preservation guides, identification features and field notes from Bird Watching UK.
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Featured Conservation and Preservation guide
UK Bird Nesting Calendar: Month-by-Month Guide to Nesting Birds (UK) If you’re wondering when birds nest in the UK—so you can plan birdwatching trips, avoid disturbing breeding birds, or time gardening and hedge cutting—this…
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Introduction In the vast, windswept expanse of the East Anglian Fens, where the horizon stretches unbroken across fields of…
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Kestrels are small, agile falcons known for their sharp hunting skills and striking plumage. These birds belong to the…
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Kestrels are remarkable birds of prey known for their sharp vision and hovering abilities. These small falcons play a…
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Swallows are known for their incredible long-distance migrations. Every year, these small birds embark on journeys that can cover…
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Swallows are an iconic part of the UK’s landscape, especially during the spring when their arrival marks the start…
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Goldfinches are small, colorful songbirds known for their striking yellow plumage and cheerful songs. These birds, especially the American…
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Swallows are graceful, acrobatic birds that play an essential role in maintaining the delicate balance of ecosystems by controlling…
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In many cities around the world, bustling streets, towering buildings, and constant human activity are a far cry from…
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Migration is one of nature’s most fascinating phenomena, and it’s something that has always intrigued scientists and nature lovers…
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