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BTO and COVID-19

Read the BTO view on participating in surveys during the Coronavirus pandemic. This statement was last updated on 27 May, in response to the latest government guidance.

Making birdwatching count

We empower 60,000 bird-enthusiasts to gather vital data, develop their skills and be part of a vibrant community.

Championing impartial science

We answer the most pressing questions about birds, through our thorough and impartial scientific research.

Sharing our bird knowledge

We communicate our knowledge and expertise to increase the value of birds and other wildlife for all.
Chaffinch and Greenfinch. Edmund Fellowes
Case Study

What we can learn from 25 years of watching gardens

Exploring the value of a complete quarter-century of weekly garden bird observations from BTO's Garden BirdWatch covering the length and breadth of the country.
Waterbirds in the UK Report 2018 / 19
News

WeBS Report now offers individual country trends

The latest BTO/RSPB/JNCC Wetland Bird Survey report has been published, including data from September 1966 up to June 2019.
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News

Support the Red Sixty Seven

Red Sixty Seven is a collaboration between 67 authors and 67 artists with a single goal: to raise funds to support conservation work aiming to reverse the declines of our most at-risk birds.
Nuthatch. Photograph by Edmund Fellowes

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Garden BirdWatch

Help with research into garden wildlife by joining our Garden BirdWatch community

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River Cam, Andy Clements.
Blog

Leading through a crisis

BTO's CEO, Andy Clements, reflects on how the organisation is adapting to life under lockdown.

 Stop to watch podcast with Martin Shaw
News

Stop to watch for mental health

BTO has produced a downloadable podcast narrated by actor Martin Shaw, aimed at improving wellbeing through mindful birdwatching.

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News

Breeding Bird Survey report shows mixed results

The 2019 BBS report is now available. Read about the changing fortunes of breeding birds in the UK.
Bird surveyors. Photograph by Jamie Murray-Grant

Develop your skills

Let us help you to improve your birding, fieldcraft and surveying skills. Browse our range of helpful guides and programme of training courses.

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