If you have ever seen a murmuration of birds, you will remember it. It is such a wondrous sight that it will stay imprinted on your brain forever. What is a murmuration? A murmuration is a flock of birds that fly in a formation of ever-changing patterns; often tens of thousands at a time. Starlings … Read more
I love restocking all of my garden bird feeders. It gives me great pleasure that my offerings contribute to the well being of our feathered friends. I like to provide a varied diet all year round; that way, my garden seems to attract a wider variety of songbirds. Whilst rinsing the feeders today, my mind … Read more
Several songbirds gladly make use of nesting boxes. From early spring onwards to hatch and raise their brood. House sparrows and blue tits are just two examples of birds that have up to 4 clutches each season, all in the same box. When we are sure that the birds have fledged and the adults have … Read more
If you have ever had the pleasure of watching a bird building their nest, I am sure that you’ll agree that it is a fascinating experience. The ability to see these industrious, tiny creatures working hard in preparation for their imminent chicks is breath-taking. You might also have noticed the time of year. The worst … Read more
Garden birds need our help to supplement their diet, never more so than during winter, when the cold, harsh temperatures threaten their existence. That isn’t to say that there isn’t natural food available; it is just harder to come by. Keeping the birds safe and warm is partly our responsibility, so it is useful to … Read more
The RSPB’s Big Garden Bird Watch is a wonderful way to get involved in the big yearly count of birds to aid in monitoring, conservation and preservation of our precious UK birds. By seeing which birds are on the rise or decline, important action can be taken to aid in increasing numbers again. It also … Read more
Not only is it interesting to know which birds are protected in the UK, but it might prove useful if you are undertaking any large scale tree, bush, or hedge cutting. It is advisable to do such jobs outside of breeding season when there is less likelihood of finding inhabited nests. In England, Scotland, and … Read more
Not all bird boxes are used during mating season; birds are fickle. If your box has housed a breeding pair and a brood or two, when the young have fledged you might wonder, should I remove old bird boxes. You might have concerns that the same birds may try to return and use them the … Read more
We are a nation of animal lovers; most of us who have pets also want to care for our feathered friends. Many people wonder if birds will visit a garden with a dog or cat, and whether they’re wasting their time and money attempting to feed them. Unless you have a tiger that lives 24/7 … Read more
It is true to say that you can position bird feeders almost anywhere in your garden and some bird will visit it if it’s hungry enough. But did you know that by positioning your bird feeders in certain prime spaces you will attract many varied species? Your feeders could be known as a veritable truck … Read more
