World's biggest wildlife survey begins
Children across Wales are taking part in the RSPB's Big Schools' Birdwatch. It's a survey that helps to track bird numbers and gives an insight into bird populations.
Five of the most common garden birds
The Big Schools' Birdwatch helps to track bird numbers in school grounds, and gives the charity an insight into changes in bird populations.
The results contribute towards the annual Big Garden Birdwatch.
Last year's survey found that the most commonly seen garden birds were:
- Blackbird
- Starling
- Black headed gull
- Woodpigeon
- Carrion crow
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Big Garden Birdwatch: how you can get involved
The RSPB's Big Schools' Birdwatch forms part of this year's Big Garden Birdwatch - the world's biggest wildlife survey.
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How to spot the common garden birds
As the RSPB's birdwatch survey gets underway, here's a guide to how you can spot some of the most common garden birds.