Birds of prey
Few birds inspire awe as often as birds of prey, those athletic aerial predators that rule the roost when it comes to the food chain.
Few birds inspire awe as often as birds of prey, those athletic aerial predators that rule the roost when it comes to the food chain.
The bird cherry can be found in wet woodlands and along streams in upland areas, in particular. Its fragrant blossom appears in April and is followed by bitter, black fruits - good for wildlife,…
The Bird's-nest orchid gets its name from its nest-like tangle of roots. Unlike other green plants, it doesn’t get its energy from sunlight. Instead, it grows as a parasite on tree roots, so…
Common bird's-foot-trefoil has a vareity of names that conjure up some interesting images: 'Eggs and Bacon', for instance! Its small, yellow, slipper-like flowers can be seen in all…
This week it is World Osprey Week (WOW), and we are celebrating the return of Ospreys to Rutland. Education Officer Ken Davies, has flawlessly described a special relationship the Rutland Osprey…
Nestboxes can harbour parasites so it is good practice to take them down at the end of the season and give them a clean. Likewise it is important to keep bird feeders clean to stop the spread of…
With natural nesting sites in decline, adding a nestbox to your garden can make all the difference to your local birds.
Conservation Officer Chris Hill looks back on the spring arrivals of warblers and other bird species at Cossington Nature Reserve.
The humming-bird hawk-moth migrates to the UK from Southern Europe each year. It can be seen hovering over flowers, feeding with its long proboscis; its wings move so quickly that it 'hums…
A couple of years ago Nick took the plunge and bought into a bird watching holiday company, and at a stroke his hobby became his livelihood.