Our blog offers specialist insight and unique perspective from a wide range of BTO staff, volunteers and guest writers, giving context and inviting discussion on various aspects of our work. We also have a dedicated Youth blog and Migration blog (migblog) where you can read articles about those specific topics.
Why we built the Youth in Nature Summit
BTO Youth discuss the environmental sector's failure to consistently engage with young people, and set out their goals for the first ever BTO Youth in Nature Summit.
25.10.2022
Wild Rock Doves: solving a genetic enigma
BTO ringer and DPhil student Will Smith writes about his latest research into the distinctions between wild Rock Doves and the Feral Pigeon.
30.06.2022
A future with EDI in mind: a note from Juliet
BTO's CEO Juliet reflects on the responsibility to improve our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
30.06.2022
Belfast’s Unsung Seabird
Belfast Lough may be nestled between gentle hills to the north and south, but its sheltered, shallow waters are far from tranquil. This cold slice of the Irish Sea funnels directly into Northern Ireland’s iconic capital and hums with activity 24/7. Its surface is crisscrossed with ferries, cargo ships, fishing vessels and pleasure craft and its shores are alive with walkers, dogs and birdwatchers. It really is all go–go–go.
20.06.2022