RSPB England

RSPB's Morwenna Alldis reminds us that at this time of year most baby birds found on the ground, don’t need rescuing – it’s part of the natural fledging process. Morwenna explains the few instances when baby birds may...

As holidaymakers across the country seek new places to visit without going abroad, RSPB England's Annabel Rushton reveals the top 20 sites for a staycation in nature this summer.

For many, travelling to other countries conjures up the possibility of...

Today is World Curlew Day, find out more about our curlew recovery work within two key landscapes for breeding curlew in northern England: The Forest of Bowland and the RSPB Geltsdale reserve and Hadrian’s Wall corridor.

Why access to nature is important for the mental health of young people living in cities

Did you know over half of England’s most threatened breeding bird species nest on or near the ground? 

If you ask a child where bird’s nest, they are likely say a tree, hedge or nest box. It’s an image we’ve all grown up with but for some of our most threatened species it’s simply not true. Over half of England’s most threatened breeding species nest on or near to the ground, including curlew…

What do you most value about England’s National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) and do you think they should be richer in wildlife than the rest of the countryside?

These were just two of the questions in a new independent survey commissioned by the RSPB. The results are presented in our report published today called “Natural Parks?” (see the link below).

The results show that…

What better way to spend time than with Mother Nature this Mother’s Day? RSPB England shares the top ten signs of spring you can spot this March.

Wild Fell is a new book, published by Doubleday, from Lee Schofield, who works for the RSPB at Haweswater in the Lake District. Informed by the local land, its history, and the people who have shaped and continue to shape it, the book documents how Lee and his team have worked alongside landowner United Utilities at Haweswater to make the land work better for nature, water, the climate and for people. The RSPB's Nick…

Wetlands are amazing places, home to an array of wildlife. Discover how we’re working with partners to restore or create more of this precious habitat.

The government is asking for everyone’s views on changes to England’s protected landscapes – our National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs). RSPB Site Policy Officer David Hampson takes you through the survey … 

Wildlife has been vanishing from our protected landscapes, like it has across England. There are now 40 million fewer birds in our skies compared to the 1960s.

This…

Springwatch presenter, Ajay Tegala, tells us about the crane's remarkable recovery and the species' future in the Fens.

The second part of our handy blog to help you identify and help threatened bird species at home

RSPB England Senior Policy Officer, Carl Bunnage, reflects on what has gone wrong with England’s planning system, why it is contributing to nature’s decline, and whether there is a better way ... 

We live on a small and congested island, with lots of competition for how we use land. Is it to be used for growing our food, building our homes on, providing places where we can relax and play, or for the roads and…

Bitterns are instantly recognisable to many, and always a joy to hear. Discover more about this fascinating bird, and our work to restore and create new wetland habitats.

We often tend to think of threatened birds as living out in the wider countryside, like curlew, hen harrier and lapwing. Yet many of the birds which can be seen in our parks and gardens are struggling to survive and thrive too. You may have even counted some of these species on your recent Big Garden Birdwatch!  The latest Birds of Conservation Concern 5 report, which was released in December 2021, shows that 1 in 3 s…

RSPB England Senior Policy Officer Jess Chappell explains why the absence of nature from UK Government’s “levelling up” missions is cause for concern

This week UK Government finally set out their proposals for “levelling up” - a term that we first heard from the Conservative Party ahead of the 2019 general election. But what exactly does, and should, this mean for the natural world?

We had…

RSPB’s Morwenna Alldis, encourages you to show yourself some love and care this Valentine’s Day by reconnecting with your local wildlife and greenspaces. Enjoy a walk at your nearest RSPB nature reserve, discover your local birdsong, have...

RSPB Policy Officer David Hampson explains why we all need to speak up for nature in a new consultation on the future of England’s National Parks and AONBs

Public demand for nature-rich landscapes

The results of the Peak District National Park’s recent survey show the huge public demand for restoring wildlife to England’s protected landscapes – our National Parks and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs…

RSPB Senior Policy Officer Olly Watts calls for RSPB supporters to respond to to Westminster Government's consultation of horticultural peat ... 

An end to peat use in gardening is finally in our grasp, with a Government consultation on a legal ban for England and Wales now open. 

The RSPB and our NGO colleagues have worked towards this since the launch of the Peatlands Campaign Coalition (PCC) in 1990 – yes, that’s…

From just 30 minutes a month, find out how you can volunteer for the RSPB in your local area and make a difference for nature

Ahead of the Big Garden Birdwatch this 28-30 January, find out which bird you’d couple up with

A firm garden favourite and a regular in the Big Garden Birdwatch top 10, would you be able to recognise these lovely little fluff balls? RSPB England’s Vicky Browne shows you how and where to spot them. 

Long-tailed tits are a great way to start identifying garden birds – the clue really is in the name! With tails longer than their bodies, you’ll often spot one of them in profile before a small flock comes…

Would you know a nuthatch if you spotted one? RSPB England’s Becca Smith delves into the identifiable features and behaviours of this distinctive bird.  

Nuthatches are the awesome “bandit” looking feathered friends that are often found scurrying to and fro in woodlands storing their food. The only bird to move upside down when climbing trees, it is their distinctive behaviours that have earnt them their name. Once…

If you’ve a bird feeder in your garden, coal tits might well be a common sight. But you’ll need to stay alert to get a good look – these active birds like to keep on the move. RSPB England’s Rich Morris looks at the key features and behaviours of this little aerial acrobat.

Point a coal tit in the direction of a conifer wood and you won’t see it for dust. The commercial planting of conifer forests…

With flashes of glorious red, yellow and black, the goldfinch is one of the most recognisable garden birds. Coming in at number 8 in 2021’s Big Garden Birdwatch, you’ll often spot them in small flocks called a ‘charm’. RSPB England’s Vicky Browne explains how to identify them and make your garden a goldfinch friendly zone. 

With red faces, black caps and yellow flashes on black wings, bold and…