The red-breasted merganser is a striking and fascinating diving duck. It is recognisable by its distinctive shaggy crest, slender red bill, and striking black-and-white plumage.

As we enter spring, many of our resident birds remain quiet and hidden, but there’s one fascinating species that becomes easier to spot.

The chaffinch is one of the UK’s most common birds, with an estimated population of over 6 million breeding pairs in summer.

Turnstones are fascinating shorebirds which are easily recognisable due to their distinctive behaviour and striking plumage. The scientific name of the bird, Arenaria interpres, refers to its…

The barn owl, with its ghostly white feathers and heart-shaped face, is one of the most iconic birds of prey in the UK

The nuthatch, with its distinctive rust-coloured belly, striking black eye stripe, and unique behaviour, is one of the most fascinating birds you can spot in Hampshire’s woodlands this winter.

The black-tailed godwit, (Limosa limosa), is a remarkable wader bird that graces Hampshire’s coastal wetlands during the winter months, offering a special sight for wildlife enthusiasts.

Redshanks, with their striking red legs and haunting calls, are a familiar and cherished presence along the Hampshire coastline.

Winter heralds the arrival of large numbers of birds to our shores, all arriving from cooler climates, among them, starlings, one of our most familiar garden birds.

Discover the bird that’s a favourite amongst birdwatchers, despite the fact that most rarely see one.