Ivel Valley Wild Bird Blog

Get to know one of our residents and see how the Chinese Water Deer are doing on the farm. You’ll also find out how they earned the nickname Vampire Deer!

If you want to attract Robins to your garden but have no idea where to start, you’ve come to the right place! From favourite foods, to favourite feeders, to favourite nest boxes, click here to learn everything you need to know about making your outdoor space a Robin’s favourite place to visit!

Are you ticking all our Do’s and Don’ts of bird feeding? Learn some great tips and tricks to become the ultimate bird carer and attract a variety of species to your garden.

Ivel Valley’s first ever Big Butterfly Count! Find out what butterfly species were spotted on the farm in just 15 minutes, and learn why it’s so important to keep track of these essential pollinators.

The 2021/22 epidemic of the bird flu virus still affects the UK’s wild bird population, with thousands being killed. Although it’s mainly seabirds and poultry being affected, it’s still good to avoid diseases spreading in your gardens. Here are some tips for protecting your garden birds against bird flu and other killer viruses.

As the planet’s temperature rises, we are all inclined to play our part in reducing the impact of climate change and making more environmentally friendly choices. For us birding enthusiasts especially, there are plenty of ways to live more green with our garden friends. Find out how here.