Birdwatchers across the UK have been charting the rise and rise of the very distinctive Little Egret for decades, but scientists have been unable to accurately calculate the breeding population of this relative newcomer. Now, research by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO), published in the journal British Birds, sheds new light on both the numbers, and geographical spread of this small and elegant all-white heron.

A new report published by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) reveals glimmers of hope as 2025 proved successful for many of the UK’s favourite breeding songbirds.

Forget ‘five gold rings’, how about 866,000 alloy ones? A new report from the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) highlights the latest findings from wild bird ringing activities across the UK and Ireland.

New research, published today by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) and Durham University, suggests that many migratory bird species are struggling to adapt to the effects of changes in the climate.

The British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) is asking members of the public to report sightings of dead birds, following a recent spike in the numbers of wild swans, geese and other birds being diagnosed with High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza (HPAI).