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Feeding garden birds safely

Is it okay to feed our feathered friends? In light of a new evidence review from the RSPB, Tom Hibbert explains the best way to keep birds visiting your garden safe.

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Wild garden guide

The Wildlife Trusts are on a mission to have 30 % of land and sea for nature's recovery. Wildlife is under threat and we need everyone's collective help to save it. Do your bit by making your garden a haven for wildlife at home. Every garden large or small can support our nature recovery network. Your garden – or even your windowbox – can easily become a valuable new wildlife connection, when you follow the simple advice in our ‘How to Wild your Garden’ guide.
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Downloadable bee guide

In Britain we have around 270 species of bee. These include solitary bees, bumblebees and honeybees. Use this poster to identify some of the common bees you see buzzing around parks and gardens.
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Bird cherry

The bird cherry can be found in wet woodlands and along streams in upland areas, in particular. Its fragrant blossom appears in April and is followed by bitter, black fruits - good for wildlife,…

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Bird's-nest orchid

The Bird's-nest orchid gets its name from its nest-like tangle of roots. Unlike other green plants, it doesn’t get its energy from sunlight. Instead, it grows as a parasite on tree roots, so…

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Common bird's-foot-trefoil

Common bird's-foot-trefoil has a vareity of names that conjure up some interesting images: 'Eggs and Bacon', for instance! Its small, yellow, slipper-like flowers can be seen in all…