The RSPB are giving away packs to help you make your garden more wildlife friendly. In it you will find 20 ways to give nature a home! Whether you have a window box, a balcony or a large garden you will find an idea for you.
New Bird Champion data
You may or may not know, but in a few of Lewisham's Parks we have some keen bird watchers who keep us up to date with what they have seen and also record this on a national database called birdtrack. Birdtrack describes itself as "an exciting project, through a partnership between the BTO, the RSPB, Birdwatch … Continue reading New Bird Champion data
RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch
Some of you may have seen or heard on the news today that the Mistle thrush is disapearing from our gardens. Results from the RSPB's annual survey suggested that the birds are in in fewer than half the gardens they were 10 years ago. Estimates put the population at just 170,000 breading pairs and experts … Continue reading RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch
Cockney Sparrow Count
It may be short notice, but there is still time to take part in the RSPB's Cockney sparrow count - see below for details. Help London’s house sparrows and take part in the RSPB Cockney Sparrow Count 18 June to 12 July! The Cockney sparrow was once a regular fixture in our London gardens, parks … Continue reading Cockney Sparrow Count