RSPB
Dr Amir Khan: what being president of the RSPB means to me
TV doctor Amir Khan has recently become president of the RSPB, but what does the role entail? Annabel Ross meets him to find out – and discovers how closely our health is related to time spent in nature
How to join in with Save Our Wild Isles
Help halt the loss of nature in the UK by joining the new Save Our Wild Isles campaign, launched by the National Trust, RSPB and WWF
Turtle doves are the fastest-declining species in the UK, a new survey reveals
Only 2,100 pairs of turtle doves are still breeding in the UK, due to loss of habitat and high levels of hunting in south-west Europe, according to a new report by the RSPB
Ellie Harrison: do something, no matter how small
As the list of at-risk birds sadly grows longer, there are actions we can all take to help turn the tide
Day out: Geltsdale Nature Reserve, Cumbria
Spring arrives late in this northerly reserve, but when it does these meadows and moors erupt with an eclectic mix of piping birds
Day out: Highnam Woods, Gloucestershire
Settled among the folds and fields of the Severn Vale is a little-known nature reserve, home – on occasions – to the elusive nightingale and its beguiling spring song
‘Common or garden’ not so common any more, finds RSPB
House and tree sparrow populations have declined by a shocking 50%, according to a report published today by the RSPB.
Podcast: Celebrating 20 years of the RSPB's Hope Farm in Cambridgeshire
Wander the open acres of the RSPB's Hope Farm in Cambridgeshire with manager Georgie Bray and discover how to farm with wildlife, in episode 9, season 7 of the BBC Countryfile Magazine podcast
Black-tailed godwit enjoys successful year despite extreme weather
Defying spring floods and summer heatwaves, the rare black-tailed godwit has experienced a fruitful year thanks to conservationists at Project Godwit
Scotland's golden eagle population soars
Golden eagle numbers in Scotland have soared by 15% - indicating recovery of the raptor's population, according to a new survey.
UK’s birds face threat of local extinction
More than a quarter of Britain’s birds are at risk of local extinction, a new study has warned.
First hatch in Britain for almost 30 years
27-year first as rare black-winged stilt chicks hatch at RSPB reserves in southern England
Calls to kill birds deemed health hazard
There is concern over new measures that could result in the unmonitored destruction of the nests and eggs of many of Britain’s most popular birds.
Top events for International Dawn Chorus Day
As well as being the universal date for all fathers to make terrible Star Wars puns, 4 May is International Dawn Chorus Day.
RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch Results 2014
The half a million people who took part in this year’s RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch have discovered some interesting changes among our most popular garden birds, with some species that benefit from a bit of extra help creeping up the rankings.
Rare orchid found in Scotland
A rare orchid has been discovered on Oronsay, a small tidal island off the west coast of Scotland.
Swifts leaving the UK early
Swifts are flying back to Africa early, seeking the warmer climate.
UK Forestry Commission launches Woodland Carbon Code
Applications for woodland creation projects are being encouraged under the new Woodland Carbon Code
