A world inspired by birds and informed by science.

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.
House Martin at nest, Doug Welch
Publication

Survey determines drivers of House Martin breeding success

Latest research based on the House Martin Survey shows that one of the simplest ways to help House Martins is to provide artificial nesting cups. 
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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.
Robin. John Harding

Find a project

POPULAR: Garden BirdWatch Cuckoo Tracking Project Wetland Bird Survey Bird Ringing Scheme Breeding Bird Survey

Use our project finder to find the project that matches your level of bird expertise and the time you have available.

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Arctic Tern Photographer Jeremy Moore

BirdTrack

BirdTrack is a free and convenient way of storing your bird records online. BirdTrack lets you keep up to date with what others are seeing, view the latest trends, and contribute your data to BTO science.

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Join BTO today

Support BTO by becoming a member, and receive a wonderful welcome gift - the classic BTO beanie hat.

Gift memberships are also available.

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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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More ways we work

Scottish mountain scenes. Andy Wilson

National offices

Representing BTO in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
Andy Clements meeting with Westland Horticulture

BTO partnerships

The organisations we work with to achieve our charitable aims.
Fitting a Goshawk with a GPS tracking device

BTO Consulting

Bringing our expertise and advice to industry, within the UK and abroad.
Chaffinch. Tom Streeter

BTO Chaffinch Appeal

Help fund targeted research into Chaffinch decline.
BBS volunteer. Photograph by David Tipling
News

BTO and COVID-19

BTO statement on participating in surveys during the Coronavirus pandemic (UPDATED- 7.10.2020).

 Marsh Awards 2019. Nick Caro
Event

Marsh Awards 2020 - online stream and live panel

This year’s awards will take place virtually at 7pm on Wednesday 28 October and we'd love you to join us on the evening.

 Starling, Harriet Day
Blog

Free as a bird through lockdown

On World Mental Health Day, BTO volunteer Harriet reflects how even an urban environment can provide opportunities to connect with nature and improve our wellbeing during periods of isolation.