Hundreds of birds with unusual marking have been reported in the BTO abnormal plumage survey. Across the country, householders have been seeing Blackbirds with strange white markings. The condition, typically referred to as ‘leucism’, is one of a number of plumage abnormalities to have been reported through the BTO abnormal plumage survey, preliminary results from … [Read more...] about Abnormal Plumage Survey
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Big Garden Birdwatch 2011
The world’s biggest wildlife survey, the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch, takes place Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 January 2011 and it needs you. Last year thousands of people took part, helping to monitor the birds visiting their gardens during the early part of 2010. Andy Waters, RSPB Public Affairs, said: "By giving up just one hour over the survey weekend, you can make a … [Read more...] about Big Garden Birdwatch 2011
International Dawn Chorus Day – 2 May 2010
International Dawn Chorus Day is an annual celebration of the world’s oldest wake-up call – the dawn chorus – and the beauty of bird song. Throughout the UK, people are encouraged to wake up early and listen to the dawn chorus from their bedroom window. Typically, birds such as the blackbird, robin or skylark are among the first to strike up, and the dawn chorus … [Read more...] about International Dawn Chorus Day – 2 May 2010