Every birder knows the wonderful feeling of hearing a new bird, followed by the desire to discover what bird you heard and then the thrill of correct identification. Whether you are a new birder with ...

Waking up to the dawn chorus of birds — one of the natural world’s greatest symphonies — is a joy like no other. It’s not surprising that bird-watching has become an increasingly popular hobby. A ...

New research shows that many bird species develop local song dialects shaped by both inherited templates and social learning, while urban noise and light pollution are altering their vocal patterns.

Tune into the sounds of local birds and explore how nature communicates. Listen to the bird song audio. You can find more here. To warm up, ask pupils to take turns ‘passing’ a simple birdsong rhythm ...