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'Dark day for seabirds': Mega wind farm could push puffins to extinction, claims RSPB

A new mega wind farm will "catapult some of Scotland’s most-loved seabird species towards extinction," according to RSPB Scotland

The National (Scotland)

Four Montagu’s harrier chicks take flight in first UK breeding success since 2019

Young birds were closely monitored and protected from predators after six summers without fledging success

The Guardian - UK

Conservationists ‘overjoyed’ at successful breeding by rare Montagu’s harriers

A pair of the ‘red listed’ birds of prey reared four chicks to fledging at a secret location, in the first successful breeding in the UK since 2019.

Evening Standard

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Britain’s ban on lead ammunition could save tens of thousands of birds from poisoning

The UK’s environment minister Emma Hardy has announced a ban on toxic lead ammunition to protect Britain’s countryside. This ban includes the sale and use for hunting of both lead shotgun ammunition (each cartridge of which contains hundreds of small lead pellets called “shot”), used mainly for hunting small game…

The Conversation

How this summer’s heatwaves are affecting breeding birds

Long periods of very hot, dry weather mean certain species can overheat or struggle to find food

The Guardian - UK

Summer drought posing danger to historic tree associated with Robin Hood

The 1,000-year-old oak tree in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, is reputed to have been a hiding place for Robin Hood and his band of outlaws.

Evening Standard

Summer droughts throw future of 1,000-year-old Robin Hood tree into question

The tree is reputed to have been a hiding place for Robin Hood and his band of outlaws

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UK government putting pressure on nature groups to drop opposition to planning bill

Exclusive: Officials offering to amend bill if wildlife organisations stop campaigning against plans

The Guardian - UK

'Miracle' white-tailed eagle 'Kinky' spotted in skies above Scottish island

A “MIRACLE” white-tailed Eagle, which was nursed back to health after suffering a broken wing, has been spotted in the skies over Mull for the…

The National (Scotland)

Pecking order: The best bird seed mixes for your feathered friends

From nutrient-rich blends to organic favourites, this is what to feed your garden birds

Evening Standard

Firefighters urge Government to tax polluters to fund struggling services

With recent heatwaves, the Fire Brigades Union said a decade of funding cuts has left the service overstretched and chronically underfunded.

The Independent UK

Record number of rare hen harriers killed or missing in the past five years, RSPB warns

MPs to debate ban on driven grouse shooting after RSPB says more than 100 protected birds of prey killed or went missing in five years

The Independent UK

Number of hen harriers killed or missing at new high, RSPB warns

Between 2020 and 2024, there were 102 incidents of killing or missing birds recorded.

Evening Standard

How to become a birder: 10 easy ways to start this life-changing hobby

In a world of stress and social media, birding offers something completely different. And it is now easier than ever to get to know your chaffinch from your chiffchaff

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Labour cutting farming budget in England by £100m a year, figures shows

Nature and farmers’ groups cautiously welcome spending review as there were fears Treasury wanted bigger cuts

The Guardian - UK

Conservationists call for Lake District to lose Unesco world heritage status

Campaigners say designation promotes unsustainable sheep farming at expense of nature recovery and local communities

Evening Standard

Conservationists celebrate resurgence of corncrakes on Rathlin Island

RSPB NI said six calling male corncrakes have been recorded on the island, the highest number in recent memory.

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5 reasons garden birds aren't visiting your bird bath – and what experts urge you to do to make it more welcoming

A bird bath is a wonderful way to welcome feathered friends to your garden – but only if you do it properly

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‘All the birdsong in the world in one sound’: England’s nightingale haven at risk from planning bill

Conservationists warn that losing Lodge Hill in Kent to housing could be a catastrophe for one of Britain’s most at-risk birds

The Independent UK

Swift garden at Hampton Court show highlights at-risk ‘symbol of summer skies’

The RHS has teamed up with the RSPB for the first time to create a show garden focused on the birds at Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival.

The Guardian - UK

Wildlife charities urge Labour to scrap ‘licence to kill nature’ in planning bill

Conservationists say part of bill allowing developers to avoid environmental laws by paying into nature fund should be ditched

The Independent UK

Planning reforms break Labour’s promise to protect nature, green groups say

Campaigners say there is little evidence that nature protections are blockers to developments and economic growth.

Ideal Home

3 ways to attract blue tits and keep these beautiful birds as regular visitors to your garden, according to wildlife experts

Make these birds feel like welcome guests in your garden

Ring wants to help you birdwatch by giving away free Outdoor cameras

Ring teams up with RSPB to help Brits spot priority bird species

TechRadar

Ring and the RSPB are giving away 50 free cameras so you can enjoy birdwatching when you're away from home

A recent study found that almost a quarter of under-35s are planning to start birdwatching this spring, and these cameras can help.

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