The RSPB is asking local residents to take part in its annual Big Garden Birdwatch weekend, which takes place on the 24, 25, and 26 January. Now in its 46th year, the Big Garden Birdwatch is the largest garden wildlife survey in the world. But sadly, while species like the starling is currently at number two in the Big Garden Birdwatch charts, its numbers have dropped by more than 80% since 1979. “Whether you live in a town or the countryside, anyone, anywhere can take part in Big Garden Birdwatch – even if you don’t have a garden! Join us for Big Garden Birdwatch 2025 and together let’s take action to help birds and other wildlife thrive for generations to come.”Top five birds spotted UK wide in the 2024 Big Garden Birdwatch were house sparrow, starling, blue tit, woodpigeon and blackbird.

Source: The Times January 16, 2025 13:38 UTC