Birds of prey
Few birds inspire awe as often as birds of prey, those athletic aerial predators that rule the roost when it comes to the food chain.
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Owls & Birds of Prey
This link will open on the Surrey Wildlife Trust website.
Learn more about the unique characteristics and habitats of Birds of Prey and Owls.
Identify birds of prey
The UK is home to a variety of birds of prey - predatory birds equipped with sharp talons and hooked bills. This page will help you identify common birds of prey as well as some rarer species.
Where to see birds of prey
Find the best Wildlife Trusts nature reserves to go searching for raptors, flying solo or gathering in groups.
Bird of Prey Quiz
Take on our bird of prey quiz and find out how much you know
Baby birds
Parents will not abandon baby birds after they have been touched by humans, but whether you found a baby bird in your garden, or your cat brought one home as a gift, it is important to think before rushing in to help. Make sure you ask yourself "should I try to help this baby bird?", and that you are properly prepared to do so.
Identify garden birds
Can you spot Britain's top ten garden birds in your garden? Find out how to identify common garden birds and how you can attract birds to your garden.
Birds and wildlife in the garden: The BTO's Garden Birdwatch with Susan Jones
This link will open on the Norfolk Wildlife Trust website.
Susan Jones will talk about the Garden BirdWatch, run by the British Trust for Ornithology, a citizen science project monitoring birds and other wildlife in people's gardens.
Birds and their colourful conundrums
This link will open on the Worcestershire Wildlife Trust website.
Join John Medlock for a fascinating exploration of the relationship between birds and colour
A history of birds and place
We can learn about nature in the most unexpected ways. Even the names of places offer us an opportunity to learn, not only about the wildlife on our doorstep, but local history too. Author,…
Talk: The Birds of Louth
This link will open on the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust website.
Join Alford and Mablethorpe Area Group for a talk on the birds of Louth by Phil Espin, Chair of Lincolnshire Bird Club.
Garden Birds at The Cut
This link will open on the Shropshire Wildlife Trust website.
Join us for a special drop-in event at The Cut, celebrating the wonderful variety of garden birds that bring life and song to our school grounds, parks, and backyards. Whether you’re a family…