It’s not news that insects and other invertebrates are essential to the ongoing survival of many bird species, but not all ‘bugs’ are created equal. For example, some birds rely on specific species of ...

Do parents defend their offspring whenever necessary, and do self-sacrificing parents really exist? To answer this question, researchers of the University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna examined ...

The importance of moth caterpillars for common garden birds has been revealed in a new study. Researchers have found that years when moth numbers were up resulted in increased population growth for ...

Blue tits, with their vibrant mix of blue, yellow, white and green plumage, are a common sight in UK gardens. Their cheeky character and delightful chirp make them a firm favourite amongst gardening ...

A cigarette bin used as a nesting site by blue tits was recovered from Old Buckenham in Norfolk for research into toxicity impact in the birds Research is being carried out on why blue tits have been ...

08:43, Wed, Oct 29, 2025 Updated: 08:44, Wed, Oct 29, 2025 Blue tits are one of the most common and recognisable visitors across UK gardens, with the stunning bird being recognised for its mix of blue ...

Curious researchers from the University of Lodz wanted to know if there were any substantial differences between eggs laid by city-dwelling blue tits and their forest-dwelling counterparts. To learn ...

Everyone loves spotting birds darting about their gardens – they inject vitality, cheer and melodious song into the bleak winter months. That's exactly why some gardeners are wondering how to ...

Blue tits and great tits can learn to avoid unpleasant foods without even tasting them. Seeing another bird’s disgusted response, even if it is just on video, helps them avoid unpalatable prey by ...

Blue and great tits recall what they have eaten in the past, where they found the food and when they found it, a new study shows. In the first experiment of its kind to involve wild animals, blue and ...