Blog: By Taghttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/Blog listing, filtered by tag.enFeeding the birds in winterhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/sophie-bancroft/feeding-birds-winterAttracting birds to your garden and local spaces is easy. Read on for tried and tested local advice to encourage birds where you live. Stephanie in BS9 puts out suet or fat balls in the winter, they come as blocks, balls and pellets. Lots of birds like suet and it provides a vital source of energy for them, especially in the winter months.<br />Tue, 23 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000Sophie Bancrofthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/sophie-bancroft/feeding-birds-winterA Waxwing Winterhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/waxwing-winterDiscover the bird that’s a favourite amongst birdwatchers, despite the fact that most rarely see one.Fri, 15 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000George Cookhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/waxwing-winter7 reasons to get into bird watching this autumn!https://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/7-reasons-get-bird-watching-autumnYou might think that any hobby that takes place outside would be better enjoyed in the spring or summer under blue skies and glorious sunshine. However, when it comes to bird watching, I would argue that autumn and winter are some of the best times of year to get your binoculars out! Here are my seven reasons why you should get into bird watching this autumn.Wed, 11 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0000George Cookhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/7-reasons-get-bird-watching-autumnThe woodland drummershttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/woodland-drummersMeet the dawn chorus’s percussion section…Mon, 06 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000The Wildlife Trustshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/woodland-drummersTwelve birds of Christmashttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/twelve-birds-christmasDiscover some wonderful winter wildlife as part of 12 Days WildTue, 20 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000The Wildlife Trustshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/twelve-birds-christmasWitness the marvel of murmuration this winterhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/witness-marvel-murmuration-winterThere are few wildlife experiences in the UK that can compare to a spectacular starling murmuration, and this winter you can enjoy one too!Wed, 07 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000George Cookhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/witness-marvel-murmuration-winterDiscovering winter birds with My Wild Cityhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/discovering-winter-birds-my-wild-cityWinter is one of the most magical seasons for birds, even in the city! As part of the My Wild City project with thanks to the National Heritage Lottery Fund, Bristol residents have been out and about in Lawrence Weston, learning how to look for and record winter birds in a hidden nature haven next to the motorway.Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000Alex Dommetthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/alex-dommett/discovering-winter-birds-my-wild-cityWading into autumnhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/wading-autumn-1For many birdwatchers things are just hotting up! We might have reached the end of summer, but this is when a group of birds known as waders start to appear on our shores. Here are ten waders to watch out for.Fri, 19 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000The Wildlife Trustshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/wading-autumn-1Avian flu – the latest symptom of our ailing ecosystemshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/avian-flu-latest-symptom-our-ailing-ecosystemsThis deadly disease is having a devastating effect on our already struggling wild bird populations.Fri, 05 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000The Wildlife Trustshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/avian-flu-latest-symptom-our-ailing-ecosystemsHow to identify owlshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/how-identify-owlsOwls are some of our most captivating birds. Their love of hunting at dawn, dusk and even in the dark gives them a sense of mystery. With a good view, it’s easy to tell an owl from any other bird of prey thanks to their large head with big, forward-facing eyes. But how do you tell one owl from another? Here’s our guide to the five species you’re likely to spot in the UK!Fri, 21 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000The Wildlife Trustshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/thewildlifetrusts/how-identify-owlsTwelve Ways to a Wildlife-Friendly Christmashttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/rebecca-lockwood/twelve-ways-wildlife-friendly-christmasWith Christmas upon us, you might think opportunities to appreciate nature would be rare. In fact, there’s no better time to focus on our natural world. Unsurprisingly, Christmas symbolism is full of references to nature. Here’s a handy list of some festive favourites, to help you put wildlife first this year.Sat, 25 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000Rebecca Lockwoodhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/rebecca-lockwood/twelve-ways-wildlife-friendly-christmasDecorating for Christmas the natural wayhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/rebecca-lockwood/decorating-christmas-natural-wayUsing elements from the earth to create natural Christmas decorations is a great way to reduce waste, make your home smell great naturally, and celebrate your love for nature. It’s likely you have a box in your attic full of sparkly Christmas decorations that come out every year. If so, great! Use what you have and don’t throw anything out unless you have to. But, if you want to add something new, make sure you think first.Thu, 16 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000Rebecca Lockwoodhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/rebecca-lockwood/decorating-christmas-natural-wayUsing nature to fight the winter blueshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/using-nature-fight-winter-bluesWinter can be a difficult time of year. As the memories of Halloween pumpkins and the joy of bonfire night fade into the distant past, winter seems to stretches in front of us with its long nights and cold days. Spring can feel like a long way off. On 30 October the clocks went back, and the days will continue to shorten until the winter solstice on 21 December. We’ve got a long road to walk until the snowdrops appear.Fri, 19 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000George Cookhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/using-nature-fight-winter-bluesHow to identify diving duckshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/wild-blog/how-identify-diving-ducksAs we go into another lockdown, nature once again reveals itself as a source of freedom and solace. But what can you look out for in the cold of winter?Fri, 08 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000Wild Bloghttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/wild-blog/how-identify-diving-ducksDiscover winter wildlife close to homehttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/claire-sissons/discover-winter-wildlife-close-homeAs December draws the year to a close, the shorter days and colder weather can make it less appealing to venture outdoors. But there is still plenty to enjoy in nature to make it worth the effort. So what is our wildlife up to in December, where can you go to see it, and how do you stay warm outside?Wed, 16 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000Claire Sissonshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/claire-sissons/discover-winter-wildlife-close-homeWinter Birdshttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/winter-birdsThis year nature helped many of us through the most uncertain and unprecedented times. As we enter winter, the days are shorter, darker and wetter, but nature is still there for us, and there is still plenty to enjoy!Mon, 14 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000George Cookhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/george-cook/winter-birdsSevernside Winter Birdinghttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/matt-collis/severnside-winter-birdingWinter can often feel an empty time for the ravenous wildlife watcher. But spending time on the Severn Estuary watching the many winter visitors like plover, redshanks, lapwings and others is a rewarding experience.Fri, 03 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0000Matt Collishttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/matt-collis/severnside-winter-birdingBirds to spot before they fly off southhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/elisabeth-winkler/birds-spot-they-fly-southAbout a quarter of our familiar birds herald spring when they arrive in the UK to nest and breed. But what happens when it is time for them to leave? By August the breeding season is ending, and their food is running out. Migrating birds – and their young – will depart in autumn for warmer climes (and more insects) mostly to the wetlands of Africa. However, before setting off, many of these intrepid winged travellers will visit the mud flats of Avon’s wetlands to fatten up on insects before starting their epic journey south.Wed, 21 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000Elisabeth Winklerhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/elisabeth-winkler/birds-spot-they-fly-southLearning about Winter Birds ID with Avon Wildlife Trusthttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/stephanie-sharkey/learning-about-winter-birds-id-avon-wildlife-trust“Robin”, “blue tit”, “crow” – those are the easy ones, but what happens when the children in our lives point at a brown-coloured duck and ask us, “what’s that one?”.Fri, 15 Feb 2019 12:00:00 +0000Stephanie Sharkeyhttps://www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk/blog/stephanie-sharkey/learning-about-winter-birds-id-avon-wildlife-trust
