How you can help

Help us understand birds and the threats they face

There are lots of ways you can contribute. Many help us by taking part in our fieldwork surveys - but you can support us as a member, become a regional organiser, help at an event, or donate to an appeal. However you choose to support us - thank you.

Long-tailed Tit nest. Photograph by Elspeth Rowe

Featured project

Nest Record Scheme

Take Part

The Nest Record Scheme gathers vital information on the breeding success of Britain's birds by asking volunteers to find and follow the progress of individual birds' nests.

Take part in a project

Find a survey, scheme or other project that needs your help.

Join BTO today

Join our growing community of BTO members and stay informed.

Make a Donation

Make a recurring or one-off donation and provide vital unrestricted funding.

Follow our Cuckoos

Support our Cuckoo Tracking Project by sponsoring a bird and sharing their progress.

Fundraise for BTO

Find lots of fun ideas for how to raise funds for BTO.

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If you value impartial science that makes a difference, support BTO with a regular donation.

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Make your birdwatching count by taking part in a BTO project today

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Upcoming events

Event

Wetland bird ID and WeBS (1-day – WWT Slimbridge)

Improve your wetland bird identification skills and learn about the Wetland Bird Survey (WeBS) on this one-day course for relative beginners and improvers. With a focus on waterfowl and waders, discover more about our...

Event

Bird ID (Residential – Castle Head Field Centre)

Develop your bird identification skills on this weekend course for relative beginners. Expect a combination of indoor sessions covering the basics of bird identification and outdoor sessions to build your confidence in...