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Here you will find a wide range of birding related articles from various organisations, conservation bodies as well as individual accounts of rare bird finds and other interesting articles.
 
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Record-Breaking Nightjar Numbers Signal Heathland Revival   (Conservation News)
RSPB reserves report highest-ever Nightjar count as decades of heathland restoration pay off for one of the UK's most elusive summer migrants. More here >
Written by:  (20 Jun 2025)
 
 
Cuckoos Clock Up the Miles as Tracking Reveals Secrets of a Vanishing Voice   (Conservation News)
BTO expands satellite and GPS tagging to better understand dramatic Cuckoo declines and the dangers along their 16,000 km migratory route. More here >
Written by:  (20 Jun 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 6 - 12 June 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at a remarkable seven days around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >
Written by:  (13 Jun 2025)
 
 
Golden Eagle Project Challenges Wind Farm Plans in Southern Uplands   (Conservation News)
Conservationists warn that proposed Scawd Law turbines could threaten newly established eagle populations in the Borders More here >
Written by:  (12 Jun 2025)
 
 
Warning Signs from the Warmth: Japanese Breeding Birds Signal Emerging Crisis   (Research)
Four decades of bird survey data reveal diverging fates for Japan's avifauna - with native species retreating from warming areas while non-natives expand unchecked. More here >
Written by:  (12 Jun 2025)
 
 
Wind Turbines Turn Deadly in Desert Biodiversity Hotspot   (Research)
A warning from India's deserts as wind energy expansion clashes with efforts to save imperilled species. More here >
Written by:  (12 Jun 2025)
 
 
Nape Colour in Great Shearwaters Found to Reflect Sex, Not Age   (Research)
Study overturns long-held assumptions about age-related plumage in Great Shearwaters, revealing a subtle but consistent link to sex instead. More here >
Written by:  (12 Jun 2025)
 
 
More Bird, Less Birds: North American Avian Biomass Rises Despite Widespread Declines   (Research)
While total bird numbers in the US are collapsing across the continent, the overall weight of birdlife has increased - reshaping ecosystems in unexpected ways. More here >
Written by:  (12 Jun 2025)
 
 
The Proof Is in the Plumage: Birds Reveal Unexpected Exposure to Alcohol   (Research)
A pioneering study shows that many bird species accumulate an alcohol by-product in their feathers, hinting at widespread and overlooked dietary exposure to ethanol. More here >
Written by:  (12 Jun 2025)
 
 
Saving the Kākāpō: Semen Science and Artificial Insemination Offer New Hope   (Research)
Breakthrough techniques in semen collection and fertility treatment bring genetic diversity back into the breeding programme of one of the world’s rarest parrots. More here >
Written by:  (11 Jun 2025)
 
 
Ammonia from penguins drives cloud formation in coastal Antarctica   (Research)
Groundbreaking research in Antarctica has revealed that ammonia released from penguin guano plays a crucial role in forming airborne particles that seed clouds. More here >
Written by:  (11 Jun 2025)
 
 
Benin's Fetish Markets Driving Vulture Decline   (Wildlife crime)
An investigation into fetish markets in southern Benin has uncovered the sale of hundreds of Hooded Vultures, sacrificed and sold primarily for traditional belief-based practices. More here >
Written by:  (09 Jun 2025)
 
 
Lingering at the Bay: Stopover Timing Shapes Goose Breeding Success   (Research)
New study shows that longer rest at Hudson Bay helps Arctic-bound Cackling Geese reproduce, but delays their arrival north. More here >
Written by:  (09 Jun 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 30 May - 5 June 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic, this weekly headlined by Britain's 5 ever Pallas's Reed Bunting. More here >
Written by:  (06 Jun 2025)
 
 
White Stork Chicks Hatch in Cornwall Amid Debate Over Reintroduction   (Conservation News)
Eight chicks born near Wadebridge represent a milestone for the Cornwall Stork Project - but not everyone in the conservation community welcomes the return of this iconic bird. More here >
Written by:  (05 Jun 2025)
 
 
Urban Moorhens and Gulls Show Near-Total Microplastic Contamination   (Research)
Microplastic-laden faeces from city-dwelling birds tell a troubling tale of pollution in even the most familiar habitats. More here >
Written by:  (05 Jun 2025)
 
 
Lady's-Slipper Orchid Makes Triumphant Return to Yorkshire After Near Extinction   (Conservation News)
In a milestone moment for conservation, a new Lady's-slipper has naturally germinated at a Yorkshire site where orchids had been carefully reintroduced. More here >
Written by:  (04 Jun 2025)
 
 
Divided Skies: Lesser Kestrel Lineages Face Unequal Climate Futures   (Research)
A new study has revealed starkly different vulnerabilities to climate change between Asian and European populations of the Lesser Kestrel. More here >
Written by:  (04 Jun 2025)
 
 
Urban Nesting in the Arctic: Snow Buntings Embrace Human-Made Homes   (Research)
In the Canadian arctic Snow Buntings are making homes in an unexpected place - not just in natural rock crevices, but also in vents, gabions, woodpiles and even metal pipes embedded in the urban fabric. More here >
Written by:  (03 Jun 2025)
 
 
Asian Swamp Eels Trigger Food Shortage for Everglades Wading Birds   (Research)
Predatory invaders wipe out crayfish and marsh fish, leaving iconic species like the White Ibis and Wood Stork without vital prey. More here >
Written by:  (02 Jun 2025)
 
 
Another Mass Vulture Poisoning in South Africa Triggers Conservation Outcry   (Wildlife crime)
Only a few weeks after a shocking vulture mass poisoning incident was identified in the Kruger National Park, another incident is now reported. More here >
Written by:  (02 Jun 2025)
 
 
Dividing Lines: Genetic Structure Splits Western Sandhill Crane Populations   (Research)
New genetic evidence reveals deep divergence between coastal and interior Sandhill Crane populations along the Pacific Flyway, prompting calls for targeted conservation. More here >
Written by:  (02 Jun 2025)
 
 
Suspected Poisoning of Iconic White-Tailed Eagle Sparks National Outcry   (Wildlife crime)
Caimin, the first male white-tailed eagle to breed in Ireland in over a century, has been found dead near Mountshannon, County Clare. More here >
Written by:  (02 Jun 2025)
 
 
Record-Breaking Small Blue Butterfly Count Sparks Conservation Optimism   (Conservation News)
Volunteer survey at Balnagown Estate in Scotland tallies 523 individuals, marking a significant resurgence for the UK's smallest butterfly. More here >
Written by:  (02 Jun 2025)
 
 
BirdAlertPRO Just Got Even Better   (News)
Faster searches, smoother photo browsing, and a key bug fix - all in the latest BirdAlertPRO update. More here >
Written by:  (30 May 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 23 - 29 May 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn looks back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >
Written by:  (30 May 2025)
 
 
Larger Shields, No Gains: The Strange Tale of the Urban Coot   (Research)
Coots in Polish cities show visible changes in ornament size, yet their reproductive fortunes remain unchanged - challenging assumptions about adaptation. More here >
Written by:  (30 May 2025)
 
 
Bee-eaters Put Bumblebees Under Pressure   (Research)
New study reveals species-specific impacts of European Bee-eater predation on wild bee populations - but genetics may be holding strong. More here >
Written by:  (30 May 2025)
 
 
Ancient Humans Feasted on Great Bustards During Burial Rituals   (News)
New evidence from a Moroccan cave shows ancient humans shared ritual meals of Great Bustards while burying their dead. More here >
Written by:  (28 May 2025)
 
 
Magpie Euthanised After Being Found in Illegal Glue Trap in Glasgow   (News)
The Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Scottish SPCA) has renewed calls for enforcement of glue trap ban following distressing incident. More here >
Written by:  (28 May 2025)
 
 
Millions of Birds Still Illegally Killed as Countries Fall Short on Anti-Poaching Pledges   (Wildlife crime)
New BirdLife International report reveals widespread failure to curb illegal bird killings across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. More here >
Written by:  (26 May 2025)
 
 
Fatal Slopes: The Hidden Impact of Downhill Skiing on Mountain Birds   (Research)
Ski resorts drive mortality, habitat loss, and disturbance in Galliformes such as Capercaillie and Ptarmigan, a new study has found. More here >
Written by:  (26 May 2025)
 
 
Tracking Without Cost: Small Songbirds Can Carry Radio Tags Without Extra Energy Loss   (Research)
Wind tunnel trials show no increase in energy expenditure for Yellow-rumped Warblers carrying leg-loop VHF transmitters. More here >
Written by:  (26 May 2025)
 
 
Feathers and Flatware: How Nest Decoration Can Deter Corvid Predators   (Research)
New experiments show that birds may reduce nest predation by exploiting corvids' fear of novel objects - supporting the Neophobia Hypothesis. More here >
Written by:  (26 May 2025)
 
 
Delayed by the Wind: How Spring Crosswinds Set Back Yellow Warbler Breeding   (Research)
New 12-year study reveals that wind conditions during migration delay egg laying and reduce reproductive success in a Neotropical migrant. More here >
Written by:  (26 May 2025)
 
 
Wandering Young: What Drives the First Flights of Savannah Sparrows?   (Research)
New research tracks juvenile Savannah Sparrows across their critical first weeks after fledging, uncovering surprising patterns in movement, independence, and survival.. More here >
Written by:  (26 May 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 16 - 22 May 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn looks back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic, where Hampshire lands it's first Hudsonian Godwit. More here >
Written by:  (23 May 2025)
 
 
Breaking the Binary: Same-Sex Partnerships in Birds Are Widespread and Undervalued   (Research)
New review challenges assumptions about avian behaviour, revealing the ecological and evolutionary roles of same-sex pairings in birds. More here >
Written by:  (23 May 2025)
 
 
Returning Few: Why Some Pectoral Sandpipers Stay Faithful to Arctic Breeding Grounds   (Research)
Study reveals that site fidelity, though rare in this nomadic species, may offer reproductive rewards to a select few dominant males. More here >
Written by:  (23 May 2025)
 
 
Deadly Designs: How Barn Owls Are Dying in Hungary's Churches   (Research)
Hungarian research reveals how loose netting meant to deter pigeons is instead claiming entire owl broods - silently and avoidably. More here >
Written by:  (23 May 2025)
 
 
Silent Waters: Bird Flu and Broader Threats Take Toll on the UK's Wetland Birds   (Conservation News)
New BTO report warns of major declines in Mute Swans and seaducks, as protected areas struggle to shield wintering waterbirds from multiple pressures. More here >
Written by:  (22 May 2025)
 
 
Breeding Season in Jeopardy at Geltsdale as two harriers 'disappear' - presumed killed   (Wildlife crime)
Two male Hen Harriers have vanished from their nest sites at RSPB Geltsdale in Northern England within a matter of days. More here >
Written by:  (21 May 2025)
 
 
Mass Vulture Poisoning Rocks Kruger National Park   (Wildlife crime)
Over 120 vultures, including endangered species, found dead around a poisoned elephant carcass in coordinated killing. More here >
Written by:  (20 May 2025)
 
 
Raptors and Ripe Fruit: A New Behaviour Emerges   (Research)
First recorded case of frugivory in Red-shouldered Hawks adds to a growing list of omnivorous raptors. More here >
Written by:  (20 May 2025)
 
 
Flamingos create water tornados to trap their prey   (Research)
New research reveals flamingos as active hunters using vortex-generating beaks and feet to trap their prey. More here >
Written by:  (20 May 2025)
 
 
Justice Comes Slowly but Surely: Gamekeepers face consequences thanks to dedicated forensic funds   (Wildlife crime)
A pioneering initiative by conservation group Wild Justice has significantly bolstered the UK's efforts to combat illegal raptor persecution. More here >
Written by:  (20 May 2025)
 
 
Algal Bloom Threatens Wexford's Lady's Island Lake   (News)
Experts are warning of ecological collapse as oxygen levels plummet in one of Ireland's largest coastal lagoons. More here >
Written by:  (20 May 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 09 - 15 May 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
In the weekly roundup this week, Jon Dunn looks back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic, with Savannah Sparrow, Oriental Turtle Dove and Eastern Bonelli's Warbler making the headlines. More here >
Written by: Jon Dunn (16 May 2025)
 
 
Major new report reveals changing fortunes for UK's breeding birds   (Conservation News)
The latest BTO/JNCC/RSPB Breeding Bird Survey report shows positive news for a range of birds but also worrying declines for others. More here >
Written by:  (15 May 2025)
 
 
Vanishing vultures could have hidden costs for the planet   (Research)
Falling vulture numbers in the Americas could have serious implications for public health and ecosystems, new research has found. More here >
Written by:  (15 May 2025)
 
 
Manx Wildlife Trust to restore largest area of rainforest to date   (Conservation News)
Isle of Man to benefit from Aviva fund for temperate rainforest recovery. More here >
Written by:  (14 May 2025)
 
 
Nature charities call for proposed mega offshore windfarm to be refused   (News)
Rejection of Berwick Bank would unlock a host of offshore wind projects and protect seabirds. More here >
Written by:  (14 May 2025)
 
 
Acoustic monitoring data used to assess ranges of cryptic species   (Research)
Archived acoustic data unveils the true range of cryptic vireo species in Alberta, showing how sound can reshape our understanding of biodiversity. More here >
Written by:  (14 May 2025)
 
 
Oh they do like to be beside the seaside   (Press report)
Chough spotted on a mini break along the Kent coast after a 200-year absence. More here >
Written by:  (13 May 2025)
 
 
Common pesticide confirmed as mass killer of Little Corellas   (Wildlife crime)
Authorities in New South Wales, Australia, have linked toxic grain to widespread poisoning of Little Corellas. More here >
Written by:  (13 May 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 02 - 08 May 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic, where this week a Solitary Sandpiper was the headline bird. More here >
Written by: Jon Dunn (09 May 2025)
 
 
Sharks and rays found using offshore wind farms as habitat   (Research)
A new study shows that offshore wind farms not only produce energy, but may also contribute to the protection of marine life. More here >
Written by:  (08 May 2025)
 
 
Hedgehogs to be removed from Outer Hebrides: humane conservation in action   (Conservation News)
The latest phase of a bold, humane conservation strategy is underway on Benbecula and South Uist, where hedgehogs are being captured and released on the Scottish mainland. More here >
Written by:  (08 May 2025)
 
 
Glow-in-the-dark caterpillars set to shine a light on butterfly secrets   (News)
A unique new conservation project in the Buckinghamshire countryside could be about to start a revolution in conservation. More here >
Written by:  (08 May 2025)
 
 
When Honeyguides lead to snakes: new insights into a rare behaviour   (Research)
In rare cases, Greater Honeyguides lead humans to snakes or carcasses and now we finally know why. More here >
Written by:  (07 May 2025)
 
 
Fresh drive to eradicate invasive mink from Outer Hebrides   (Conservation News)
A new project has secured vital funding for plans to protect internationally important bird populations by eradicating invasive mink from the Outer Hebrides. More here >
Written by:  (07 May 2025)
 
 
Record-breaking year for UK's tallest bird   (Conservation News)
Common Crane numbers have reached a new record with 30 pairs counted on RSPB nature reserves, a 20% increase on the previous highest total. More here >
Written by:  (07 May 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 25 Apr - 1 May 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the WP, where this week a Cape Gull tops the bill. More here >
Written by: Jon Dunn (02 May 2025)
 
 
New storm-petrel species emerges from Wilson's shadow   (Research)
A taxonomic reappraisal of Wilson's Storm-Petrel reveals a cryptic highland species in Chile - now named the Andean Storm-Petrel. More here >
Written by:  (02 May 2025)
 
 
138 Hen Harriers confirmed missing or illegally killed Since 2018   (Conservation News)
Conservationists demand urgent enforcement as satellite data reveals entrenched pattern of raptor persecution. More here >
Written by:  (02 May 2025)
 
 
Widespread Cormorant culling proposed by UN sparks conservation backlash   (Conservation News)
BirdLife warns that scapegoating birds won't fix the deeper ecological problems afflicting freshwater ecosystems. More here >
Written by:  (30 Apr 2025)
 
 
Harpy Eagle attacks tourist in Amazon rainforest   (News)
To date, Harpy Eagle attacks on humans have been anecdotal, but now scientists have documented the first case of the huge raptor attacking an adult in the Amazon rainforest. More here >
Written by:  (30 Apr 2025)
 
 
Life among the branches: Mistletoe's unexpected role   (Research)
A Californian study reveals how parasitic plants enhance the winter ecology of bird communities in urban and natural habitats. More here >
Written by:  (30 Apr 2025)
 
 
Female cavity-nesting birds are more aggressive when defending nest sites   (Research)
Not all birds behave alike - and it turns out female cavity-nesters may be among the most aggressive when space is limited. More here >
Written by:  (30 Apr 2025)
 
 
Urgent action needed to protect Scotland's Slavonian Grebes at Loch Ruthven   (Conservation News)
Loch Ruthven's Slavonian Grebes are vanishing fast, but a new public consultation offers ordinary people a chance to be part of the solution. More here >
Written by:  (29 Apr 2025)
 
 
Skis, tourists and shrinking refuges: can the Black Grouse survive?   (Research)
Mounting human pressure in Europe's mountains adds urgency to conservation planning for fragile bird populations. More here >
Written by:  (29 Apr 2025)
 
 
Birding Smarter Starts Here - Discover the New BirdAlertPRO Today   (News)
The trusted bird news service reimagined for the field: smarter, faster, and built for how birders really bird. More here >
Written by:  (25 Apr 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 18 - 24 Apr 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic where Norfolk scores county first, albeit briefly More here >
Written by: Jon Dunn (25 Apr 2025)
 
 
Storks choose mobile phone towers over trees   (Research)
Findings from a two-year survey of Woollyneck Storks, highlight a puzzling reliance on mobile phone towers despite poor breeding success and frequent disturbances. More here >
Written by:  (25 Apr 2025)
 
 
Birds That Babysit: The Science Behind Avian Altruism   (Research)
New research from a 30-year study reveals how Long-tailed Tits build social lives centred on family and driven by limited dispersal, learned recognition and evolutionary fitness. More here >
Written by:  (25 Apr 2025)
 
 
Why Pheasants could be making tick bites more dangerous   (Research)
Scientists reveal that the release of non-native birds is linked to a sharp rise in disease-carrying ticks in the English countryside. More here >
Written by:  (24 Apr 2025)
 
 
Sparrowhawk found dead with shotgun injuries in Inverness   (Wildlife crime)
Police Scotland and RSPB Scotland are appealing for information after a Sparrowhawk was found shot in the Cradlehall area of Inverness. More here >
Written by:  (24 Apr 2025)
 
 
Curlew populations recovering as invasive stoats are removed from Orkney   (Conservation News)
The first Orkney wader population survey since a project began to remove stoats shows Curlew populations are increasing. More here >
Written by: RSPB (24 Apr 2025)
 
 
Rare dragonfly introduced into a hidden corner of Cumbria   (Conservation News)
The introduction involves translocating larvae of the White-faced Darter from a stable donor population to Campfield Marsh. More here >
Written by: RSPB (24 Apr 2025)
 
 
Study raises concerns for Adders in Scotland   (Conservation News)
The latest Scottish Adder Survey found that the reported distribution of Britain's only venomous snake shrank significantly in Scotland between 1994 and 2024. More here >
Written by:  (24 Apr 2025)
 
 
UK's oldest known Oystercatchers discovered on England's East Coast Wetlands   (News)
Two record-breaking Oystercatchers have been found on England's East Coast Wetlands, setting new records as the oldest of their kind in the UK. More here >
Written by: RSPB (24 Apr 2025)
 
 
Weekly birding round-up: 11 - 17 Apr 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic with the wandering Booted Eagle remaining in the headlines. More here >
Written by: Jon Dunn (18 Apr 2025)
 
 
Little birds' personalities shine through their song    (Research)
A new study has explored the relationship between individual personality and song complexity in wild Superb Fairy-wrens. More here >
Written by:  (18 Apr 2025)
 
 
Illegal poisonings imperil European raptors and could disrupt ecosystem health    (Research)
A recent comprehensive assessment on the poisoning of raptors across Europe does not yield good news, according to a new paper published in the Journal of Raptor Research. More here >
Written by:  (17 Apr 2025)
 
 
European Commission gives green light to reopen hunting season for Turtle Dove   (Conservation News)
The European Commission has announced EU countries may re-open the hunting season for the European Turtle Dove in parts of Western Europe, if they choose to do so. More here >
Written by: BirdLife (17 Apr 2025)
 
 
Further action to prevent deer damage approved   (News)
The Scottish Government has approved a compulsory deer management control scheme for an estate in Sutherland. More here >
Written by:  (17 Apr 2025)
 
 
Virus continues to threaten favourite UK garden bird   (Research)
One of the UK's most popular songbirds is in rapid decline, and garden owners are being encouraged to share their sightings with researchers. More here >
Written by: BTO (17 Apr 2025)
 
 
Seabird numbers in Scotland continue to fall   (Conservation News)
Scotland's seabird populations continue to decline according to new statistics published by NatureScot, although the short-term trend for some seabirds is more promising. More here >
Written by:  (16 Apr 2025)
 
 
The RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch Results 2025   (News)
The RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch results reveal Starlings drop out of UK's top three garden birds as the lowest number ever is recorded. More here >
Written by: RSPB (11 Apr 2025)
 
 
The Rare Bird Alert birding round up 4 - 10 Apr 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic with Alpine Accentors still in the headlines. More here >
Written by: Jon Dunn (11 Apr 2025)
 
 
Still Falling: The Fate of America's Birds in 2025   (Conservation News)
The 2025 State of the Birds report confirms that losses of America's birds are continuing and, while some species are stable or recovering, many more are in sharp decline. More here >
Written by:  (11 Apr 2025)
 
 
Proposed Rocket Test Site Could Threaten Tropicbird Refuge   (Conservation News)
The U.S. Department of the Air Force is proposing the construction of two commercial rocket landing pads on Johnston Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, home to Nearly Half the World’s Red-tailed Tropicbirds. More here >
Written by:  (07 Apr 2025)
 
 
New Reserve Established in Ecuador Cloud Forest to Protect Endangered Parrot   (Conservation News)
Ridgely Reserve has been established to protect the Red-faced Parrot, a very rare Neotropical species whose habitat is restricted to montane cloud forests of southern Ecuador and adjacent northern Peru. More here >
Written by:  (07 Apr 2025)
 
 
Fall Migration Is the Most Dangerous Season for Warblers   (Research)
Scientists with the National Audubon Society analysed 43 species of warblers and the conservation challenges they face along their migrations to better understand their population trends. More here >
Written by:  (07 Apr 2025)
 
 
Half of UK butterfly species in long-term decline   (Conservation News)
For the first time on record, more than half of butterfly species in the UK are now in long-term decline. More here >
Written by:  (07 Apr 2025)
 
 
Police investigation launched after two Ravens found poisoned in Newry   (Wildlife crime)
Police in Newry have commenced an investigation after two Ravens were confirmed to have been fatally poisoned in Poyntzpass. More here >
Written by:  (07 Apr 2025)
 
 
The Rare Bird Alert birding round up 28 Mar - 3 Apr 2025   (Weekly Roundup)
Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >
Written by:  (04 Apr 2025)
 
 
New Warden Appointed at Cape Clear Bird Observatory   (News)
Birdwatch Ireland have announced the appointment of a new warden at their bird observatory on Cape Clear Island off the Cork coast. More here >
Written by:  (03 Apr 2025)
 
 
LED Street Lights Killing Seabirds on Cape Verde   (Conservation News)
Conservationists are calling for urgent action to protect vulnerable seabirds following the deaths of over 150 birds caused by high-intensity LED streetlights. More here >
Written by:  (03 Apr 2025)
 
 
Half Asleep, Fully Tired: Jackdaws Shift Their Sleeping Strategies   (Research)
A new study reveals that the corvids abandon one-sided sleep for full-brain rest when pressure to recover mounts. More here >
Written by:  (03 Apr 2025)
 
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