A once extinct tall bird has continued its remarkable recovery in the UK. Cranes disappeared from Britain around 400 years ago due to over-hunting and the destruction of their wetland habitats.

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Wetland farming sites can support three times more birds than drained agricultural grassland – including rare species, a study has shown. The findings that “paludiculture” sites can boost birdlife add ...

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THIS shocking photo shows swans swimming through filthy river canal water in the city, a 'disappointing' sight which wildlife experts say is becoming much more common. The image, taken by Lara Hunter, ...

The first puffin has arrived back at RSPB Bempton Cliffs on the East Yorkshire Coast. The nature reserve’s conservationists will be watching closely as the seabird breeding season begins. Puffins are ...

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"Crazy numbers" of lapwings have been reported by the RSPB along the Humber estuary. The lapwing is currently on the UK Red List - the highest conservation priority - due to severe population declines ...

The RSPB has confirmed its shop at Darts Farm near Topsham will close because it no longer makes money. The charity says the decision has been taken after a review of all its sites across the UK. It ...