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Carr Island on Lower Lough Erne

Lough Erne island bought by RSPB

Images from the fire brigade showing the nest and the surrounding charred landscape, and a close-up of the eggs themselves

Curlew eggs found by crews tackling Co Fermanagh wildfire removed to safety

Eurasian curlew Numenius arquata, adult bathing.

RSPB NI calls on DAERA to revise Nature Recovery Strategy and provide one with t...

Birds benefit hugely from garden feeders in the winter

How to feed garden birds cheaply ahead of the Big Garden Birdwatch

(Clockwise from top left) Yellow-browed warblers, starling murmurations, tawny owls, bramblings, and pink-footed geese are among the things birdwatchers have to look forwards to in November

5 special birds and 'spectacular' aerial displays to spot in November

The eight birds competing this year are all species in need of special conservation support

The RSPB has launched the UK's very own 'Bird of the Year' contest

(Clockwise from left) Fieldfares, redwings, goldcrests, and bearded tits are among the birds it'll become a little easier to spot in the UK this month

Four elusive and visiting birds you can spot in the UK in October

Minister for Infrastructure Liz Kimmins (fourth from left) visited Rathlin Island in May to learn more about a number of initiatives including the Life Raft Project. Photo provided by the Department for Infrastructure.

Work to eradicate rats on island 'progressing well'

Suet comes in pellets, balls or bars, and all of them can give garden birds a boost

The ‘super food’ garden birds will thank you for this September

(Clockwise from top left) A male and female blackcap, a whitethroat, a jay, a nuthatch, and a knot

5 birds you can spot in the UK right now - and where to watch for them

A spoonbill was spotted at Belfast's Window on Wildlife

RSPB NI: Be WOW-ed at Belfast's Window on Wildlife

Puffins on Rathlin Island

RSPB NI: Spring comes to life at reserves

Help protect starlings and other wildlife

Protect Northern Ireland's wildlife

European starling, adult perched.

RSPB NI: House Sparrows fly high again in Northern Ireland's Big Garden Birdwatc...

Red kites are often spotted gliding on warm sunny days over farmland

RSPB: Look out for swallows and red kites

Chaffinches are frequent visitors at this time of year

RSPB: Spring's nesting wonders
These last few weeks, I’ve spotted the birds in my garden carrying little bits of twigs, fluff and all sorts of DIY home building materials, as they start to prep their nests for new arrivals.
Michelle Forsythe

The recent launch of the RSPB NI Youth Forum brings a wonderful chance for anyone aged 18-24 to get involved in shaping the future of conservation

RSPB NI calls on young volunteers

Listen out for the melodic trill of the blue tit

RSPB: Blooms, bees and birds signal a change of season

See if you can spot a Long tailed tit.

Big Garden Bird watch weekend

Redwing Turdus iliacus, adult perched on snow covered ground,

RSPB: Spotting winter birds

Birds benefit hugely from garden feeders in the winter

How to attract birds to your garden and save money on seed and feeders

Sign up to the Big Garden Birdwatch

Sign up to the Big Garden Birdwatch

A blue tit feeding on a lard and bird seed mix in half a coconut shell.

Gifts for garden wildlife

Pied Wagtails are the true stars of tree decorating

RSPB NI: Enjoy nature's decorations this Christmas

Birds need fresh water for drinking and bathing all year round, so perhaps a bird bath is a perfect present for that birder in your life

RSPB: Be kind to nature this Christmas

A murmuration of starlings

RSPB: The magic of a murmuration

Fen raft spider.

Watch: How big are fen raft spiders as species returns to UK
Footage shows a fen raft spider in the UK as the species makes a comeback with more than 10,000 breeding females.
Jessica Martin

Ox eye daisy Leucanthemum vulgare, growing in farmland

RSPB: Protecting NI's nature matters

The family-friendly ‘Spooky Pumpkin Patch’ at Belfast’s Window on Wildlife

Nature's spooky side with RSPB NI

Curlews were once described as facing the threat of extinction in NI, but numbers have started to increase again

Curlew numbers in Northern Ireland showing 'incredible improvement'

A white tailed eagle, photographed by Dr Marc Ruddock of the NIRSG after news that a chick has been hatched in Co Fermanagh.

White-tailed eagles breed in Northern Ireland for first time in 150 years

Swans at sunset at Lough Neagh, Image credit: Michelle Forsythe

RSPB: A warm welcome to the wonderful birds of autumn and winter

The RSPB ‘Nature on your doorstep’ website is a great space for finding activities to help nature

RSPB: How to garden for nature this autumn

If you are lucky you might spot a kingfisher

RSPB: Autumn's aerial ballet

Fen Raft Spider on the Dyke networks of the Lower Waveney Valley.

Watch: Rat-sized spiders back in UK - they're big enough to hunt fish

Puffins are beginning their annual migration back out to sea

RSPB NI: Many of our seabird visitors are beginning their annual migration

4.5m Cornwall coastal home up for grabs in Omaze prize draw.

Watch: £4.5m Cornwall coastal home up for grabs in Omaze prize draw

PACEMAKER, BELFAST, 17/7/2024: Algae in the harbour at Ballyronan marina on the shore of Lough Neagh today. PICTURE BY STEPHEN DAVISON

Lough Neagh latest: 37-point plan is 'a first step'

House Martin, adult sitting on grass, Credit Ben Andrew

Look out for winged wonders

Enjoy a visit to Belfast’s Window on Wildlife

RSPB NI: Schools out for summer fun!

Recently fledged blue tit chick, photo, Nicola Shafer.

RSPB NI on how we can support nature during the summer

RSPB NI has announced that the distinctive call of the Corncrake has been heard once again on Rathlin Island on 17th April)

Watch: Resurrecting the call of the elusive Corncrake on Rathlin Island

RSPB NI has announced that the distinctive call of the Corncrake has been heard once again on Rathlin Island on 17th April)

Watch: Resurrecting the call of the elusive Corncrake on Rathlin Island

There are plenty of opportunities to volunteer with RSPB NI this summer

Volunteering with RSPB NI

Ruth Chambers OBE, John Martin (RSPB NI) and Judith Annett (RSPB NI Committee Chair). Photo by Press Eye

‘It’s time for targets in law to protect nature’ says RSPB at Stormont

Irish damselfly at Montiaghs Moss - Anne Guichard

The benefits of No Mow May

European robin Erithacus rubecula, adult male singing in woodland

RSPB NI: Get ready for Dawn Chorus Day

Corncrake

RSPB NI: Rathlin’s Return - The Calling Corncrake’s Seasonal Home

Sunset on Rathlin Island, photo by Jonny Mitchell

Visit Rathlin this Easter as the puffins have made their return

European goldfinch Carduelis carduelis, adult perched in tree

Help wildlife this nesting season

Chiffchaff perched on gorse

Birdsong will soon be filling the air

A bird box is a great way to encourage birds into your garden

Help our feathered friends by putting a nest box in the garden

A swan has started hanging around at Telford Park School, after its mate died. It appears to find comfort in looking at its reflection in the glass panels on the school building

Grieving swan crosses road every day to stare at its own reflection

Hannah Mills of Team Great Britain. Photo: Clive Mason/Getty Images

Going Green: Get involved and help make a difference

Colder weather drives many birds to seek refuge in gardens (Photo: Ben Andrew/RSPB)

Three ways to throw garden birds a lifeline during the cold snap

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