Blog: Birds

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A redwing perched on a berry-laden branch

Birds on the move

For many birdwatchers, autumn is the most exciting time of year. But what are they so excited about?

Waxwing

Waxwing winters

Discover the bird that’s a favourite amongst birdwatchers, despite the fact that most rarely see one.

House sparrow

House sparrows

Harry Munt from Save the House Sparrow tells us about these feathered tenants.

Swift in flight

Swifts

Daniel Kronenberg from Salisbury and Wilton Swifts describes these impressive birds and how we can help them thrive.

Curlew

Why are curlews struggling?

Alex Morgan-Grenville from Curlew Action explains why the curlew is in decline and how we can help their populations to grow this World Curlew Day.

Nest

Nesting season!

Young Ambassador Izzy Fry has been searching for nests as Spring brings more signs of life to Wiltshire.

Sparrowhawk

Raptors of Coombe Bissett Down (Part Two)

Community Engagement Assistant, Oliver Davies, explores the ecology and behaviour of raptors you might observe during a visit to Coombe Bissett Down, including the sparrowhawk, red kite, and…