Birds

Wildfires raged on the moors around Winter Hill in the summer of 2018

Birds are back after 4,000 dams built to restore Rivington peatlands

A family of barn owls snuggled up in the wall of an old barn

Adorable barn owls snuggle up in Lancashire

Spud Bros Jacob and Harley Nelson have signed an exclusive Area Development Agreement with leading UAE hospitality operator Forward Hospitality.

We thought it was too good to be true - Spud Bros announce big news

Check out our retro pictures of Brockholes Nature Reserve

11 retro pictures of Brockholes as reserve celebrates 15 years

Birdfy's nestbox camera lets you watch wildlife blossom from your smartphone screen

Birdfy Nest review: Is this bird camera worth it?

Chaffinches dramatically squabbling over food have been captured on camera by a Lancashire bird photographer

In pictures: The amazing moment Lancashire Chaffinches fight over food

Lovat Road regulars outside the pub during the Preston street’s spell in the television spotlight in the late 1980s

Preston locals star in BBC show

Ad Feature Unlock a world of wonderful wildlife on your doorstep this summer

This is one of the cheapest smart bird feeders on sale right now

Smart bird feeder camera deal drops to £9.99 with HD wildlife viewing

A dead bird has been painted over on the A59 in between Tarleton and Rufford.

Motorist's horror as white lines painted over dead animals on A59

Turbary Woods Owl and Birds of Prey Sanctuary is currently number two on Tripadvisor for Travellers’ Choice

Watch out Blackpool Pleasure Beach we are coming for the top spot

Six-month-old blueberry-loving Betty arrived into RSPCA care after being abandoned by her owner.

Meet blueberry-loving parrot Betty who needs a Lancashire home

PNE Community creative sessions at Meadow Bank, Bamber Bridge

The lovely reason care home has teamed up with PNE's Community Trust

Ad Feature Looking to get out in nature? Escape to RSPB Leighton Moss

Gozzle is hatching this spring at Martin Mere

Julia Donaldson's new book brought to life at this attraction near you

Sweetie the African grey went missing on Wednesday when she flew out of the house onto a neighbour’s tree.

Missing African grey parrot Sweetie loves Wotsits
The heartbroken owners of a missing African grey parrot are asking for the public’s help in locating her.
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The late duck at Martin Mere.

Wetland centre shares 'sad news' about unique and beloved bird

Birds benefit hugely from garden feeders in the winter

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

All poultry in England must be kept inside to limit further outbreaks, and keepers have to follow strict biosecurity rules

How much should I worry about bird flu - as control measures announced

Bonaparte's gulls (top left) and a killdeer were among the rare birds recorded across the UK this week

10 rare birds spotted in the UK this week - and where they were seen

Planners have rejected the proposal to build homes on a Lancashire maggot farm

Verdict in on plans to build homes on site of a Lancashire maggot farm

(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

An adult Ross’s goose, a species that breeds in the High Arctic and winters in the southern United States and Mexico, is attracting birders to Marshside RSPB Reserve, and the adjacent Ribble Estuary marshes.

Rare bird arrives at Marshside RSPB Reserve

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

(Clockwise from top left) Green woodpeckers, lapwings, great crested grebes and red grouses were all amongst the species trending downwards

3 birds new data shows are declining - and 3 that are bouncing back

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
It comes in pellets, balls or bars – but all of them can give garden birds a boost 🐦
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(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

Children from a Busy Bees nursery expanding their curiosity as the UK's leading childcare provider reveals the top 40 most asked questions from pre-schoolers

40 curious questions toddlers ask their parents every day

A man has been arrested and 16 birds, two dogs, and a ferret seized in Accrington following an RSPCA-led investigation into suspected cockerel fighting.

16 birds, two dogs and ferret seized in cockerel fighting probe

Adult female Hen harrier (Circus cyaneus)

Record numbers of rare birds living near you killed or missing

The VINGUYS Bird Feeder Camera brings tech to birdwatching

Smart bird feeder with UHD camera now £123.49 in Amazon deal

Driest Spring in 132 years has impact on flock of Lancashire residents

Mallard ducklings and mother in the Wesley Brook, Shifnal, Shropshire.

Watch: 12 adorable ducklings slide down gentle waterfall to reach mum

Friends travel through Europe in a Corsa.

Friends save £4k by making back of Corsa into bed to travel Europe

It was like back in the Covid days, suiting up to clear out the loft. Photo: Adobe

Who's The Daddy: Unwanted visitors now seem to have disappeared

Beautiful scenes show first puffins return to Northumberland's Farne Islands.

Delightful scenes as adorable puffins return to British beauty spot

Starling murmuration near Beacon Fell, Lancashire.

Watch: Thousands of starlings descend on Lancashire countryside

The missing owl with its handler

Our owl Rio could be in your garden - help us find him

Sir David Attenborough at Martin Mere

17 photos of Martin Mere as it celebrates 50th anniversary

WWT Martin Mere, Fish Lane, Burscough.

Martin Mere celebrates 50th anniversary with these special events

File photograph: Veterinarian examining chickens on a poultry farm for bird flu

New bird flu restrictions brought in - here's what and when it starts

Animals including hedgehogs need a bit of extra support during the winter - Animal News Agency

Five ways that Lancashire gardeners can help local wildlife thrive this winter

Bird flu is rare in humans, but it can be serious or even deadly.

Should we be worried about bird flu as human case found in UK?

Common tern. Picture by Ben Andrew.

Raft of hope for beloved bird species – what's been happening near you

Birds benefit hugely from garden feeders in the winter

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

How to feed garden birds in snow: Top high-fat foods for birds

Dozens of birdwatchers flock to a quiet cul-de-sac in Shelf, near Halifax, after a rare bird was sighted perched on a garden washing line.

Watch: Crowds gather to see rare bird last seen in UK ten years ago

Rare pink baby pigeon hand-reared using a unique technique at Paignton Zoo in Devon.

Watch: Rare pink baby pigeon hand-reared using unique technique at zoo

Bird feeding led to a lengthy dispute between neighbours in Lancashire

Bird feeding sparks lengthy row between neighbours

Meet Lemon and Lime - two conures who are 'inseparable' and live at Hugo's Animal Sanctuary.

'Inseparable' conure parakeets snuggle up in super-sweet video

Some seagulls will steal food from humans, but not all (Picture: Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

I think we should stop demonising seagulls and create chip-free zones

Brilliant bargains for the pets in your life

Stock up on treats before they sell out at Aldi's pet event

Bargain bird food will be arriving in stores this week

Aldi is about to start selling some bargain bird food

Gary Hough, 62, looks up to the skies outside his home surrounded in seagull

My town has been invaded by an 'apocalyptic' swarm of seagulls

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