The RSPB is asking people across Swindon and Wiltshire to take part in the 2021 Big Garden Birdwatch to see what birds they can spot in their garden.
Set to enter it’s 42nd year, the largest wildlife survey in the world, the Big Garden Birdwatch, runs from January 29th-31st and combines over 40 years of records to monitor vital bird trends.
The RSPB want people across Swindon to get involved, spending just an hour of their time recording the birds and other wildlife found in their gardens, balconies or nearby green spaces, and submitting their results to the wildlife charity.
Becca Smith, from the RSPB said: “This past year, we’ve seen how important the natural world is to our mental health and wellbeing.
“There has been a surge in interest in the nature on our doorsteps and many people have come to rely on garden birds to bring joy and comfort in these unsettling times.
“That’s why the RSPB is hoping to see more people than ever take part.”
You can choose any hour between 29th and 31st January. So whether you’re an early bird or a night owl, you can still take part.
Count the birds you see in your garden or from your balcony*. Ignore any birds that are still in flight. To avoid double-counting, just record the highest number of each bird species you see at any one time – not a running total.
Submit your results online at rspb.org.uk/birdwatch from 29 January until 19 February.
