A Long-tailed Shrike found on the Gloucestershire-Oxfordshire border in mid-July is the second individual be seen in Britain in 2026, following a popular bird in Fife.

Launched in April 2026, Leica has combined a significantly refined design with a new optical construction in the release of two new binoculars in its Noctivid series, representing another milestone in ...

Three confirmed breeding attempts since 2019 offer hope that the threatened schinzii subspecies of Dunlin can recolonise the Netherlands where suitable wetland habitat remains.

A ringed American Black Swift has set a new longevity record for the species after being recaptured in Colorado this summer. The bird, a female, is at least 22 years old, having first been ringed as ...

Sam Viles reports on a stunning few days that produced Blue-cheeked Bee-eater, Brown Booby and a new Long-tailed Shrike in the BirdGuides Review of the Week for 13-19 July 2026.

A major new study has now shown that, for Pied Flycatchers, both genetics and upbringing help determine where they spend the non-breeding season. Researchers tracked birds from eight breeding ...

It has been recommended that Slender-billed Curlew be declared extinct following a new study that puts to bed any hopes that the wader may still exist and marks the first known global bird extinction ...

RSPB Cymru has completed the purchase of a 96-ha tract of ancient woodland and upland habitat in Mid Wales, reconnecting the two halves of Gwenffrwd-Dinas nature reserve and creating new opportunities ...

For the birding dog-owner, the challenge of ensuring that a pet doesn't cause disturbance to wildlife is one our that columnist has experienced in recent years.

A new study from Japan suggests shelterbelts can benefit some birds while reducing numbers of grassland and wetland specialists, highlighting the need for more targeted conservation planning.

The second episode of The BirdGuides Podcast is out now! Join your regular hosts Josh Jones, David Campbell and Ian Lycett as they discuss recent midsummer megas, including Long-tailed Shrike and Blue ...