Drive home improved by a roadside Short-eared Owl this evening. A “possible” breeding record (bird in suitable habitat) for Northumberland & Tyneside Bird Club & UK RBBP, but I’ll visit again to see if it can be upgraded

A survey of the New Forest's population of Woodlark is in full swing, with some 100 volunteers helping to monitor the species: bit.ly/3Ujb1Pw

The Little Ringed Plover is an under-recorded species that breeds on open ground in a variety of habitats including some, e.g. brownfield, industrial and building sites, not often visited by birders. Now is a great time of year explore new areas to find them.

👏 This years Bittern survey RSPB Lakenheath Fen in Suffolk had surveyors listening for Bittern's ‘booming’ - their deep throated call to attract a mate. Previously the maximum heard on site was 12 - this year they recorded 17! Find out about Lakenheath Fen👉 bit.ly/3UiZrCP

Yes, certainly a Woodlark. Eye stripe goes all the way to back of head. Wings and tail short. Black and white patch at bend of wing diagnostic. Note carrying food like this usually means feeding young in a nearby nest - high evidene of breeding.

Breeding season has begun for Capercaillie & during this time they're particularly vulnerable to disturbance.

Together with the Cairngorms Capercaillie Project we’re encouraging everyone to #LekItBe and not to look for capercaillie at this critical time. bit.ly/Cairngorms-Cap…

A slightly belated reminder that as the breeding season has begun, to please think carefully before posting the location or photos of breeding birds, particularly Schedule 1 and UK RBBP species. If in doubt, please contact the county recorder (@Hurlstoner) in the first instance.

Great photo! Your records submitted to @birdtrack eventually reach UK RBBP via the county bird recorder and help up monitor this scarce breeding bird. Please remember to include breeding evidence codes such as H (habitat), S (singing), N (visiting probable nest site). Thank you!

🦅 Newyddion o adroddiad Bodaod Tinwen heddiw!

Cofnodwyd 4️⃣ 0️⃣ parau tiriogaethol ledled Cymru yn 2023 - cynnydd calonogol o 14% ers arolwg 2016 pan ddarganfuwyd 35 pâr - ond roedd y niferoedd yn llawer is na'r rhai a gofnodwyd yn 2010.

(📷: Pete Morris)

🦅 News from the Hen Harrier report today!

4️⃣ 0️⃣ territorial pairs were recorded across Wales in 2023 - an encouraging 14% increase since the 2016 survey when 35 pairs were found - but numbers were well below those recorded in 2010.

The latest Hen Harrier survey results are out, and it’s a mixed picture in Scotland.

The survey is the sixth of its kind, and the first one since 2016. A lot can change in seven years, let’s have a look.

The good news is the west Highlands, Hebrides and Orkney continue to

The 2023 Hen Harrier survey results are out, and it’s a mixed picture in England.

With 653 territorial pairs found in UK in 2023, there’s been a 20% increase from the 545 pairs recorded in the last survey in 2016.

April brings with it a wide range of new breeding species to be found and reported … here’s just a few suggestions of rare breeding birds to look for over the coming weeks.

The latest national survey of Eurasian Bittern has confirmed another fantastic year for the species, with 234 booming males logged in 2023: bit.ly/3VGPTUl

April brings with it a wide range of new breeding species to be found and reported … here’s just a few suggestions of rare breeding birds to look for over the coming weeks.

The work of county bird recorders in collating records is vital for the RBBP - about 2/3 of our data comes through their submissions. In a NEW BLOG Shaun Robson Shaun Robson describes his work as rare breeding bird recorder for Dorset Bird Club tinyurl.com/RBBPDorset

The work of county bird recorders in collating records is vital for the RBBP - about 2/3 of our data comes through their submissions. In a NEW BLOG Shaun Robson Shaun Robson describes his work as rare breeding bird recorder for Dorset Bird Club tinyurl.com/RBBPDorset

Lesser Spots are definitely a touch particular, preferring sunny still mornings. A few hours of suitable conditions led to 6 individuals in broadly 5 locations, including a pair. The only birds I actually saw. Bees & butterflies with a lovely memorial bench to rest tired legs.

🎉 Exciting news from RSPB Fairburn Ings and RSPB St Aidan’s 🐦 Record-breaking breeding success for Black-necked Grebes with 18 pairs & 12 chicks fledged last year! Come witness these rare beauties up close at our upcoming events. Don't miss out! bit.ly/StAidansGrebes🌿

UK RBBP BTO Scotland The SOC Welsh Ornithological Society 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Its 2024, these birds are easier than ever to find.