If you want a bird to come to you, you’ll need patience, a calm attitude, and some tempting food that birds actually like. When you understand what birds eat, move slowly, and make the spot feel safe, you give them a reason to trust you and maybe even land close—or right on your hand. Watch…
If you love birdwatching, you might find yourself wondering what rare bird shows up in the UK each year. The Harlequin Duck is one of those rare birds that really gets birdwatchers talking, especially when someone spots one in the Shetland Islands. These ducks usually arrive between October and April. Sometimes, though, one turns up…
Want more birds in your garden? Start by giving them food, water, shelter, and safe spots to hang out. Try different feeders with a mix of bird food, fresh water for drinking and bathing, and spots where birds can hide or nest. When you meet their basic needs, you’ll notice more species stopping by. Add…
If you spend much time watching birds in your garden, you’ll probably notice that some act a lot more aggressively than others. It’s not unusual to see a few chasing away other species, dive-bombing people, or scrapping over food and territory. Knowing which birds act the most aggressive can help you look out for your…
When you hear “Angry Bird,” you probably picture the wildly popular game. But have you ever wondered if it’s based on a real bird? The original Angry Bird actually draws inspiration from the Northern Cardinal, a bright red songbird you’ll spot in North America. This bird’s simple, round shape and bold red feathers look a…
Ever wondered which bird in the UK lives the longest? The answer might throw you off. The oldest wild bird on record here is an Avocet that reached at least 31 years. Researchers ringed this bird as a chick in 1990, then spotted it again over thirty years later at the same Norfolk site. You…
Ever wondered which bird you’re most likely to spot fluttering around the UK? The answer might catch you off guard. Despite being so tiny, the wren claims the title as the UK’s most common bird, with about 11 million breeding pairs scattered across the country. This little bird takes the top spot because it does…
If you’ve ever played Angry Birds, you already know the game’s all about birds getting mad at those obnoxious green pigs. But out of all the characters, one bird really takes the crown for being the angriest. Red is hands-down the most angry bird. He leads the flock and channels his outrage into powerful attacks…
Ever feel like there just aren’t as many birds fluttering around your garden or local park these days? You’re not alone in noticing that. The UK’s wild bird numbers have crashed over the last few decades. Since 1970, Britain’s bird population has dropped by about 73 million—that’s close to a third of the country’s birds,…
Ever wondered what you should call a male ladybird? You’re definitely not the only one. The name “ladybird” sounds like they’re all female, but that’s not true at all. People just call them male ladybirds or male ladybugs, same as the females—there’s no special name. Whether you say “ladybird,” “ladybug,” or “lady beetle,” you’re talking…