A seasonal message from Dick Filby and the team at Rare Bird Alert. More here >

Researchers show that shrikes organise their 20,000-kilometre journeys into predictable stages, suggesting migration is governed by an inherited travel plan refined by environmental cues. More here >

Large-scale research shows that intertidal mariculture along China's coast has become an essential food source for migratory shorebirds. More here >

New research reveals how seasonal seabird nesting reshapes the movements of top marine predators in one of the world’s most remote reef systems. More here >

New research reveals that the 'liquid' quality of certain bird songs is created by unusual vocal control that allows pressure to build before sound is released. More here >

The newly revealed disappearance adds to three earlier cases involving satellite-tagged birds now under police investigation. More here >

A record island-wide census reveals rapid population growth, rising breeding success, and the long-term impact of coordinated conservation work. More here >

Whilst topping up her garden bird feeders, Jess Benyon came face to face with a very unexpected and rare visitor. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his penultimate roundup of 2025 ahead of a well deserved Christmas and New Year break. More here >

More than 1,100 Sandwich Tern chicks fledged at Forvie National Nature Reserve on Scotland's east coast, this summer. More here >

NatureScot-backed research confirms that breeding and release has delivered high survival and early breeding success for Scotland's Wildcats. More here >

Marsh Fritillaries have shown encouraging increases at carefully managed sites this season, highlighting the value of habitat restoration and volunteer effort. More here >

The oldest Bearded Vulture ever recorded in the wild was recently rescued in the French Alps by some of the same conservationists who released him 37 years ago. More here >

Police are investigating the disappearance of three White-tailed Eagles after two satellite tags were found cut off and one bird stopped transmitting. More here >

Carefully managed captive breeding and habitat protection are beginning to slow the decline of one of the world's most threatened birds. More here >

After centuries of irregular breeding tied to Arctic rodent cycles, the Snowy Owl has finally vanished from Sweden's mountain landscapes. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

Fresh counts from Talimarzhan Reservoir suggest a cautiously positive trend for the Critically Endangered Sociable Lapwing. More here >

Europe's major conservation groups say the Commission's new Environmental Omnibus and Grids Package dismantle long-established safeguards for nature. More here >

NatureScot and BTO data reveal all farmland bird groups have fallen over the past decade, even as woodland and many urban species show long-term gains. More here >

Six-week prison sentence handed down to Anthony Nurse after CCTV captured him repeatedly stamping on a gull in a deliberate attack. More here >

New figures from the BTO show 865,000 birds ringed in 2024, uncovering remarkable survival stories and a major influx of Siskins across the UK. More here >

Surveys on a remote limestone ridge in Papua New Guinea’s Southern Fold Mountains have revealed a striking new species, the Hooded Jewel-babbler. More here >

The reintroduced bird was killed within hours of its release, highlighting the severe threat power infrastructure continues to pose to the island's struggling vulture population. More here >

Major rewilding project will bring back two long-lost species to Eastbrookend Country Park, restoring wetlands and reconnecting local communities with nature. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

New research reveals that even faint coastal lighting alters speed and height in birds arriving from the sea. More here >

New analysis shows how collapsing sardine stocks after 2004 killed tens of thousands of adult African Penguins, creating a population crisis still unfolding today. More here >

New long-term research shows that egg colour, size and shape are largely individual trademarks - and shaped by age and laying order. More here >

New research reveals how biologging equipment affects behaviour, chick growth and adult condition in European Shags on the Norwegian coast. More here >

A 19-year photographic study charts how Bonelli's Eagles hold their ground and pass territories from one generation to the next. More here >

Scientists report significant drops in breeding bird density close to roads, despite relatively low traffic volumes. More here >

A new Survey shows Peregrine numbers down 56% since 2002, with habitat pressures and moorland management among key concerns. More here >

Police Scotland has launched an appeal for information after a protected Goshawk was found shot in the Whiterashes area of Aberdeenshire. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

Long-term monitoring in the Grands Causses, in France, shows consistently strong survival rates despite growing populations and expanding human pressures. More here >

Scientists describe Hierococcyx tiganada - a cloaked cuckoo hiding in plain sight - thanks to its unique three-syllabled song and subtle plumage differences. More here >

Suffolk Wildlife Trust celebrates public support as 381-acre marshland becomes protected for future generations. More here >

Ten-year study shows how female condition, brain size and duckling quality drive brood mixing in Common Eiders. More here >

A newly published study has confirmed the identity of an unusual hybrid warbler captured in New York - a cross between a Mourning Warbler and a Common Yellowthroat. More here >

Essex police have said a man has been arrested after five red kites were found dead in a field in Orsett. More here >

Nearly 40,000 wintering birds now thrive on the RSPB's restored Jubilee Marsh - a landscape built from London's Elizabeth line excavations. More here >

New analysis from the RSPB reveals an ironic trend of new housing developments using names of some of the UK's most threatened birds. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

Study finds modest gains in bird numbers four years after the EU's neonicotinoid ban - but full recovery may lie years ahead. More here >

New research has shown how two familiar urban birds adjust their escape decisions and refuge choices in cities compared to rural landscapes. More here >

New Czech research shows that wildflower margins continue to support biodiversity through the cold months – even without special mowing regimes. More here >

Restored vegetation beneath solar panels creates rich and stable avian communities across the US Midwest. More here >

New research shows Hermit Thrush and Swainson's Thrush are equally detectable at both ends of the day, offering greater flexibility for survey work. More here >

Satellite tracking reveals that dark and light forms breed in different mountains and on different schedules. More here >

First coordinated assessment from Canada to Peru reveals widespread losses among key nonbreeding species and flags urgent conservation priorities. More here >

New research shows Oriental Reed Warblers encode urgency using changes in pitch and duration, prompting stronger responses from nearby birds. More here >

Freedom of Information data reveal dozens of illegally poisoned birds of prey in key valleys between 2015-2023 and a lack of updated official mapping. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

New DNA study reveals widespread predation on vulnerable wildlife across the Pacific Northwest. More here >

The national adjudication panel strengthens its team with Richard Patient, known for finding and documenting some standout rarities. More here >

A sharp slowdown in annual losses boosts hopes as conservation partners agree a global recovery strategy. More here >

A new national analysis warns that weak enforcement against wildlife crime is enabling wider offending, with over 80% of perpetrators also linked to violent, acquisitive or drug-related crimes. More here >

A 30-year comparison finds stable species richness, despite major changes in management. More here >

Analysis of more than 9,000 species shows that the birds humans find most visually appealing are also the most likely to appear in domestic and international markets. More here >

Analysis of more than 9,000 species shows that the birds humans find most visually appealing are also the most likely to appear in domestic and international markets. More here >

Gyr Falcons feeding on infected carcasses are dying in growing numbers, according to researchers monitoring breeding territories across the island. More here >

New BTO research reveals that long-distance migrants like Swallows and Willow Warblers are struggling to build vital fuel reserves before their epic journeys to Africa. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

Global study shows that island birds have rounder wings and longer legs, reflecting a shift toward terrestrial lifestyles in the absence of predators and rivals. More here >

New research uncovers unexpected causes of egg and chick loss in one of Africa's most threatened birds. More here >

New research shows that House Sparrows and Starlings behave differently in North America than in Europe, even though their overall ecological niches remain the same. More here >

New research confirms that decades of supplementary feeding helped more young eagles survive to adulthood, aiding the species' remarkable recovery. More here >

Post-mortems reveal all three chicks from the cathedral's famous peregrine nest died after ingesting poison - though how it happened remains a mystery. More here >

Incident highlights global by-catch risks for vulnerable seabirds and the vital role of fisher-reporting and mitigation tools. More here >

BTO urges public to report dead and sick birds as winter migration brings heightened risk of avian influenza. More here >

Rare Breeding Birds Panel report reveals remarkable comebacks - but sharp declines for others. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

Join Dick Filby and experience life above 4,000 metres in the remote mountains of northern India - a realm of Snow Leopards, Pallas's Cats, Lammergeiers, and endless blue skies. More here >

Researchers develop a cost-effective mapping tool to pinpoint high-risk power line areas for endangered species conservation. More here >

Brazilian researchers discover that both bats and hummingbirds pollinate the same high-altitude plant, ensuring its survival across changing seasons and conditions. More here >

Badgers are often blamed when wader nests fail on British farmland, but new evidence suggests their role may be far smaller than assumed. More here >

New GPS tracking study reveals that young European Honey Buzzards may wander for half a decade before returning to breed near their natal forests. More here >

New experiments show that altering daylength delays migratory restlessness and changes fuelling behaviour in young birds heading for Africa. More here >

New research shows Arctic songbirds stick to daily activity cycles all year round, yet show striking flexibility in when they migrate. More here >

New research shows that beetles and grasshoppers underpin bird diets – and their decline could spell disaster for species already in trouble. More here >

How one headline on White-tailed Eagle predation turned into an inevitable call to "shoot eagles". More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

Over 100 moth species have become established in Britain since 1900 - and the trend continues upward, say scientists from Butterfly Conservation. More here >

BirdLife International welcomes $140,000 donation to combat longline fishing deaths and safeguard the species' future. More here >

Neil Davies recounts a once-in-a-lifetime moment for his birding crew on St Mary's . More here >

New research shows that dozens of Neotropical bird lineages have independently evolved to follow army ants — and almost never turn back. More here >

New national study revises the estimated toll from outdoor cats to around 60 million birds annually – a sharp drop from 2013 figures, but still a major conservation concern. More here >

Expanding villages offer water and food to desert birds but also stress, predators, and disturbance, turning apparent oases into dangerous traps. More here >

Webcam study reveals how Atlantic Puffins in Maine change behaviour during marine heatwaves to help chicks survive. More here >

In the parks and streets of Paris, Great and Blue Tits are quietly evolving in order to survive the pressures of urban life. More here >

A long-term study reveals that rainfall in tropical forests has quietly redrawn the migratory routes of this striking warbler. More here >

Jon Dunn brings you his weekly birding roundup looking back at the best birds from around Britain, Ireland and the Western Palearctic. More here >

Thousands of Pink-footed Geese, expert talks and family-friendly events await as Martin Mere's flagship autumn festival opens tomorrow, 18th October. More here >

More than 60% of the world's bird species are now in decline, with habitat loss and climate change driving an accelerating crisis. More here >

Housing Secretary Steve Reed criticised for reversing position on bird-friendly bricks once hailed as vital for urban swifts. More here >

New study confirms that Greater Noctule Bats intercept and eat migrating songbirds in mid-flight. More here >

New research shows that Europe's milder winters are reshaping the migration strategy of the long-distance migrant. More here >

IUCN confirms the loss of a once-widespread Western Palearctic wader after three decades without a verified record. More here >

A large analysis of commercial birding trips in Costa Rica, finds companies balance novelty with deliverability - favouring colourful, range-restricted tropical species that clients are likely to see. More here >