Conservation Action

One of the most significant threats to seabirds is the incidental capture in fishing operations, also known as bycatch. However there are simple and effective measures that can be taken to reduce the impact of fisheries on seabirds, including the use...

In today's blog we’re celebrating the three-year anniversary of the Tristan da Cunha Marine Protection Zone, the largest no-take zone in the Atlantic Ocean. In this blog Janine Lavarello, Marine Protection Zone Officer, Tristan da Cunha Gov...

The world’s greatest bird migration spectacle is happening right now. Autumn is a time when huge numbers of birds are on the move - travelling along migratory routes between the breeding and wintering sites. The UK sits in a privileged and pivo...

For more than two decades, one of the aims of the BirdLife International Marine Programme, hosted by the RSPB, has been to reduce seabird deaths caused by interactions with fishing gear. The goal remains to mitigate and where possible, eliminate byca...

In today’s blog, Genevieve Stephens, RSPB Kazakh Steppe project officer takes us on an expedition to the astonishing landscapes of Kazakhstan to understand how sampling for fungi in the soil will help to support efforts to protect the country&r...

Today marks the launch of a new project that aims to generate collaborative solutions to restore ecosystems across Europe. The project is led by the UN Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) in partnership with BirdLif...

In today’s blog, we are delving into the wonderful world of butterflies as Netty Ribeaux, RSPB idverde Senior Advisor takes us to Wormwood Scrubs in London to uncover how a partnership between green space management company, idverde, and the RS...

Every year, International Vulture Awareness Day is celebrated on the first weekend of September. And this year, we can celebrate and highlight that national bans in India have been imposed on two veterinary drugs, known to be toxic to vultures. The R...

Migratory species cross borders and as such they present a particular problem when it comes to conservation - getting people to agree to cooperative action across borders. Here, Jenny Weston, Senior Species Recovery Officer and Nicola Crockford, RSPB...

The island of St Helena lies in the South Atlantic Ocean. This UK Overseas Territory is home to rare and special species, including 500 species found nowhere else on the planet! The St Helena Cloud Forest Project is a highly collaborative initiative ...

We all know that solar energy is one way we can reduce our carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels, but solar sites also present opportunities to enhance biodiversity. Senior Business Conservation and Ecology Advisor, Charlotte Martin-Taylo...

Today (1 August) marks Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Day, celebrating the important role protected areas play in marine conservation, for people, and for marine life. Andy Schofield from the RSPB’s UK Overseas Territories team explores some of t...

The International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem (26 July) aims to raise awareness about the importance of mangroves as unique yet vulnerable habitats and to promote their conservation. Natalie Hall, Senior Adviser in the RSPB Glo...

A swathe of heather paints the landscape purple. Solitary bees are busy making burrows in the sandy soil. Dartford Warblers are flitting between clumps of heather. At dusk, a special visitor will come to life – the Nightjar – its churring...

To mark World Chimpanzee Day (14 July) we’re bringing you an update on a remarkable story from our partners in the Gola Rainforest of Sierra Leone. The plight of threatened species has been a primary focus of the RSPB’s involvement in Gol...

Earlier this year, and after nearly twenty years of discussion and five years of negotiations, countries around the world agreed to protect biodiversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction, but how will this new agreement benefit seabirds? On World...

Swift Awareness Week (1-9 July 2023) gives us the opportunity to celebrate Swifts and the people and initiatives involved in helping this much-loved summer visitor. The RSPB’s Laurinda Luffman and Guy Anderson take up the story. Swifts are with...

To mark World Oceans Day (8 June) we’re following the journey of Janine Lavarello, Marine Protection Officer from the UK Overseas Territory of Tristan da Cunha as she visits the four seas in the UK to learn more about marine conservation. Janin...

Over 12,000 people volunteer with the RSPB, taking action to save nature across the UK. Some of these volunteers are directly involved in the recovery of our most threatened species, including Corncrake, Curlew, and Turtle Dove. For National Voluntee...

Earlier this year, the RSPB’s Mary Davies and Jake Zarins were lucky enough to be in Nepal to witness the final release of White-rumped Vultures from Bird Conservation Nepal’s captive breeding centre. What better way to celebrate the Inte...

In previous blogs we’ve learnt about the importance of the UK’s coastal wetlands as places for nature to feed, breed and shelter. In today’s blog, and in honour of Natura 2000 Day, Chantal Macleod-Nolan, Project Officer, highlights ...

As Wild Isles demonstrated, our isles are a key location for migratory birds – from swirling flocks of Knot on our coasts to huge groups of Starlings in winter. With spring well underway, you might well have already spotted some of the migrator...

Tuna fisheries are among the largest and most widespread fisheries globally, and their operations can have a significant impact on seabird populations, as well as other vulnerable marine animals like whales, dolphins, sharks, and sea turtles. On...

On World Penguin Day (25 April), we're talking all things penguin. Did you know that the UK is one of the world’s top penguin nations? In some of the UK Overseas Territories in the Southern Hemisphere there are penguins waddling on the shor...

Today, 21st April, is World Curlew Day and we’re joined by CurlewLIFE Project Manager, Becca Stewart, who is reflecting on last year’s breeding season and looking forward to the new season for one of the UK’s most important conserva...