Thousands of migrating birds are expected to take advantage of the rich food sources of the Thames Estuary in the next few weeks. Many of the birds that arrive on the Thames are on their way to Africa or Asia and rely on these feeding grounds to give them enough energy to complete their journey. The Thames Estuary is ranked the fifth most important site for waterbirds … [Read more...] about Thames Estuary set for bird invasion
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RSPB fights back against invasive plants
The RSPB is launching a battle against invasive non-native plants. As summer gets underway, the wildlife charity wants to make people aware of the risk of accidentally introducing potentially damaging plant life into their own gardens as well as into the wild. The total cost of invasive non-native species to the British economy is estimated at £1.7 billion annually, … [Read more...] about RSPB fights back against invasive plants
Three chicks for Yorkshire falcons
Peregrine falcons nesting in the Yorkshire Dales National Park have produced three young. Staff and volunteers from the RSPB and the Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority (YDNPA) who run a special free peregrine watch viewpoint at the Cove have been waiting patiently for a chance to find out how many youngsters were in the nest. [pullquote]The chicks are really fluffy … [Read more...] about Three chicks for Yorkshire falcons
Mull’s white-tailed eagles bring economic benefit
Study reveals economic benefits from white-tailed eagles have risen sharply in Scotland. The economic benefits delivered by Mull’s white-tailed eagles have more than tripled in just five years, according to an independent study commissioned by the RSPB. The white-tailed eagles, are part of an on-going re-introduction programme in Scotland [pullquote]Wildlife Tourism in … [Read more...] about Mull’s white-tailed eagles bring economic benefit
Charity asks for swift help
The RSPB wants residents and companies in London to help stop the decline in the numbers of swifts in the City. Every summer, London awakes to the call of screaming swifts returning to their birthplaces from wintering grounds south of the Sahara. Each year we record fewer and fewer. The RSPB, working with a number of partners, is now urging Londoners to step-up … [Read more...] about Charity asks for swift help