Are you taking part in this weekend’s Big Garden Birdwatch? Since the RSPB kicked-off its annual birdwatch in 1979, more than 137 million birds have been counted across the UK.
Find out how we got on – plus tips on attracting birds to your garden.
The results from this year’s Great Coastal Birdwatch reveal a huge diversity of species including 16 birds on the red list for conservation concern.
Bird Aware is enormously grateful for support provided by volunteers who spent time helping us raise awareness of birds that spend the winter on the Solent coastline.
From shingle beaches to energy-rich mudflats, this special island is a lifeline for migratory birds – which is why Bird Aware Solent Rangers Alice and Dawn are out on the coast this winter telling local people all about the spectacular birdlife on their doorstep.
Three years ago Forestry England and the Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation released six white-tailed eagles on the Isle of Wight after an absence of over 240 years.
Steve Egerton-Read, Forestry England white-tailed eagle project officer, tells us all about this landmark conservation project.
Ranger Tony who joined Bird Aware for the busy winter season, finds there’s nothing like nature for gently shaking you into your senses.
Here he talks about a life-long love of birdwatching and the positive impact of the natural world.
We are very concerned about the impact of bird flu, and we know that many local people are too.
Here’s some of the questions we’ve been asked, with answers for those looking for information and guidance.
Counting birds can seem daunting, particularly when they are in flight or in large, mixed groups.
Luckily, there’s a couple of trusty techniques you can count on.
If you’re new to coastal birdwatching, it may be helpful to begin with a small number of distinctive birds that are frequently spotted around the Solent. Take a look at Ranger Alice’s list of some of our most conspicuous species.
Meet the Bird Aware Solent team at the start of a busy winter season.
Every autumn our coastline is an exciting place. Week by week we see increasing numbers of migratory birds returning here from their distant summer breeding grounds.
Spotting a Solent seal is one of the perks of our rangers’ working life. But just like our wonderful coastal birds, these charismatic animals need lots of space to nap in peace without being disturbed.
The latest stretch of the England Coast Path is now officially open. Discover how this 52 mile stretch will become part of the longest walking route in the world.
Thomas, Bird Aware Solent’s monitoring expert, shares some of his know-how about beautiful butterflies.
Why not celebrate National Marine Week with a seashore safari. Watch Ranger Karima’s video guide to find out how.
Ever wondered what a typical summer week consists of for our team of rangers? Here’s Ranger Julie’s account of what she’s been up to.
Thomas, Bird Aware Solent’s monitoring expert, shares some of his know-how about beautiful butterflies.
While some of our Solent species, such as dark-bellied brent geese, fly north to isolated breeding, grounds, others just move inland and some stick to the shore. Here’s a round-up of where some of the UK’s year-round residents will be nesting, and what we can do to help.
Thomas, Bird Aware Solent’s monitoring expert, shares his tips for identifying the ‘Big 8’ of bumblebee species.
