Providing for birds

From the simple, rewarding act of putting out a bird feeder, to wildlife gardening and putting up nest boxes to attract certain species, there are many ways to provide for birds - all in your own garden.

Feeding your birds

When to feed and choosing the right foods that support a wide range of species.

Nest boxes

In-depth guide on choosing, building, buying and siting nest boxes.

Wildlife gardening

What to plant to encourage birds, the insects they feed on and other wildlife to use your garden.

Support the future of our birds

Our surveys are vital. The data they produce help us drive positive change for the UK’s birds.

But increased pressure on funding is putting our surveys and data at risk – which is why we need your support.

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Learn about the birds in your garden with Garden BirdWatch

Help with research into garden wildlife by joining our Garden BirdWatch network for free.

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Monitor birds nesting in your garden

Make a record of the activities of nesting birds in your garden, from nest building through to the young fledging.

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A Blue Tit diary

Hazel McCambridge walks through the diary of an average Blue Tit during the breeding season.