Reports

Reports

BTO publishes various reports, from those covering the annual results of core surveys, through scientific studies, and on to those produced in partnership with other organisations. Many of these are published as BTO Research Reports, which includes BBS reports, Waterbirds in the UK (WeBS) reports and SMP reports. You can access all of our reports from here, though note that we are currently updating the reports section, working backwards through time to bring all of the report pages into a consistent format. You can read our Annual Report and Accounts in the Governance section.

Search settings

Order by
Partners
Region
Science topic
Type

Bat distribution and activity in the Skell Valley catchment, 2024 Report

Author:

Published: 2025

This report presents the main findings from survey work delivered using passive acoustic monitoring devices deployed across the Skell Valley catchment. Through the surveys that we support we aim to improve knowledge and understanding of species distribution and activity, covering a range of taxonomic groups, including birds, bats, small terrestrial mammals and insects. Through the approach we provide robust datasets that can be used to inform better decision-making processes.

07.03.25

BTO Research Reports

Read Online

Ryevitalise – Bats and Ancient Trees, 2020–2024 Report

Author:

Published: 2025

Working with a network of volunteers, static acoustic bat detectors were deployed over five survey seasons, 2020-2024, to provide bat data for the Ryevitalise Landscape Partnership Scheme area of the North York Moors National Park. This report provides an overview of the survey coverage and results from the project.

04.03.25

BTO Research Reports

Read Online

Watching Out for Waders: The Working for Waders Nest Camera Project

Author:

Published: 2024

This report presents the results of a trial involving the use of trail cameras by land managers and other wader conservation stakeholders to monitor the outcome of wader nesting attempts. It presents the results of the trial and assesses the potential for the project to improve wader conservation knowledge and management.

04.10.24

BTO Research Reports

Read Online

How effective has the management of Cockle and Mussel fisheries on The Wash estuary been in ensuring that there is sufficient food for birds?

Author:

Published: Winter 2024

The Wash is England’s largest Special Protection Area, with Oystercatchers being a designated feature. During the winter, Oystercatchers rely heavily on Cockles and Blue Mussels for their food requirements, creating the potential for conflict with the human fisheries for these species.

10.07.24

BTO Research Reports

Read Online