Newsletter / Blog
2012-12-02 Exciting times for garden bird enthusiasts in the UK
Latest findings
from BTO Garden BirdWatch, a year-round survey of garden wildlife, show that
over 80% of our frequently spotted garden bird species have been more abundant
over recent weeks compared with 2009—2011.
Most striking has
been the increase of birds that we normally associate with woodland. Siskin and
Brambling, both colourful and sociable members of the finch family, have been
four times more numerous in gardens this autumn compared with recent years.
Patchy seed availability in the countryside appears to be forcing these birds
out of woodland, while birdfoods such as sunflower hearts and nyjer seed are
drawing them into gardens. |