Birds A-Z | Bird Guides - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBThe legend. These almost mythical birds arrive from Africa every summer to raise their young. The RSPB is a member of BirdLife International. More. Browse our UK bird guide by name. See birds alphabetised by name and family, A-Z in this handy guide.
Contact Us - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBVisit our species pages for more information. You can report a wildlife crime by contacting our Investigations team through the online reporting form. If you need further help contact the Wildlife Team by: Email: [email protected]. Call us: 01767 693690 (9:30-16:30, Monday to Friday)
Swallow Bird Facts | Hirundo rustica - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBDiet A range of small invertebrates which are caught on the wing. Feather Cream/Buff, Orange, Blue, Red, Black, White. Leg Brown. Length 17-19cm. Habitats Upland, Urban and Suburban, Farmland, Wetland, Grassland. UK breeding birds 860,000 territories. Weight 16-25g. Wingspan 32-35cm. Swallows are small birds with dark, glossy-blue backs, red ...
Kingfisher Bird Facts | Alcedo Atthis - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBHow to identify. Kingfishers are small unmistakable bright blue and orange birds of slow-moving or still water. They fly rapidly, low over water, and hunt fish from riverside perches, occasionally hovering above the water's surface. They're vulnerable to hard winters and habitat degradation through pollution or poor management of watercourses.
Wood Pigeon Bird Facts | Columba Palumbus - The RSPB Wildlife …
WEBLength 40-42cm. Habitats Woodland, Urban and Suburban, Farmland, Grassland. UK breeding birds 5,150,000 pairs. Weight 480-550g. Wingspan 75-80cm. Wood pigeons are our largest and commonest pigeon. They have small, round, grey heads, white neck patches, a pink breast, and greyish bodies. Find out more.
Bird Migration Facts and Information - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBBirds can get lost, despite their navigation skills. Youngsters on their first journey south can easily go astray, especially if they meet bad weather. Collision course. Tall man-made objects can be deadly to migrating birds. Skyscrapers with reflective glass walls are among the worst for migrating land birds.
The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
WEBHelp to restore, protect and care for the places our wildlife call home. Get closer to the nature you care about at over 170 RSPB reserves. By joining, you'll help us protect wildlife for generations to come. Become a member today and be part of the RSPB. Join us.
Robin Red Breast Bird Facts | Erithacus Rubecula - The RSPB …
WEBFeather Cream/Buff, Brown, Grey, Orange, Red, White, Yellow. Leg Pink, Brown. Length 14cm. Habitats Woodland, Urban and Suburban, Farmland. UK breeding birds 6,700,000 territories. Weight 14-21g. Wingspan 20-22cm. With a bright orange-red breast, brown back & dumpy shape, robins are familiar garden birds. They are one of only a few garden birds ...
Hoopoe Bird Facts | Upupa Epops - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBThe Hoopoe is an exotic looking bird that is the size of a Mistle Thrush. It has a pinkish-brown body, striking black and white wings, a black downcurved bill, and a pinkish-brown crest which it raises when excited. It does not breed in the UK, but as many as 100 Hoopoes can turn up in spring (mostly seen solo) as birds migrating north to ...
Common Raven Bird Facts | Corvus Corax - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
WEBLeg Black. Length 60-68cm. Habitats Woodland, Upland, Urban and Suburban, Marine and Intertidal, Farmland. UK breeding birds 7,400 pairs. Weight 800-1,500g. Wingspan 120-150cm. The common raven is a big black bird, a member of the crow family. It is massive, bigger than a buzzard. It is all black with a large bill, and long wings.