The Irish Garden Bird Survey has just started. ... the Blackcap is ranked 22nd in the recently published list of Ireland’s top 30 garden birds for both last year and the year before.

The Irish Garden Bird Survey, which is sponsored by Ballymaloe House (in memory of Myrtle Allen’s husband, Ivan who was an avid bird watcher) runs from the end of November to the end of February.

As winter sets in across Ireland, bird feeders and baths are crucial for helping wildlife survive freezing temperatures - but placement is key to keeping birds healthy. Experts warn that putting ...

Severe snowfalls in February and March also resulted in some 'truly bizarre' sights ...

Common garden birds fall into several broad groups: blackbirds and thrushes, tits, finches, as well as the robin, wren and house sparrow. Many other birds may frequent gardens, depending on the ...

Bird boxes are a common sight in Irish gardens, providing a home for colourful species like robins, blackbirds and finches. Not only do these birds add vibrancy to our outdoor spaces, but they ...

BIRD Watch Ireland is looking for volunteers to participate in its winter garden bird survey, which helps to keep track of the fortunes of Ireland's garden... Friday, 20 September 2024.

People can leave out all sorts of different foods for different birds at various times of year, including everything from ...

An Irish garden typically includes a vegetable patch. Besides “homegrown spuds,” or potatoes, traditional vegetables included carrots, cabbage, and parsnips.

It said: "Seeing wild birds in the garden is one of life’s pleasures and, of course, ... Pigeons, a common sight in Irish gardens, present a unique challenge for bird feeders.