"According to the overall results of the RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch, blackbirds saw the largest fall in the average count when compared with last year. Sightings of starlings, woodpigeons and robins have also fallen since 2025."
"Baddams says 2026 was an 'excellent' year for the tit family after the previous sunny and bright summer. The good weather led to a strong breeding year for the small garden birds."
"Among the top 10 most sighted birds, blue tits saw the biggest percentage increase in the average UK count from 2025. One species attracting particular concern is the greenfinch, which was added to a red list by conservationists in 2021."
"The charity advises people to pause the use of seed and peanuts from May to October to prevent too many birds gathering in one place and to clean bird feeders on a weekly basis."
Over 650,000 participants in the UK's Big Garden Birdwatch counted birds in their gardens or local parks. The results indicate a decline in blackbirds, starlings, woodpigeons, and robins. Conversely, the tit family experienced a rise in numbers due to favorable breeding conditions. Blue tits saw the largest percentage increase among the top 10 most sighted birds. The greenfinch, however, has significantly declined and is now on a conservation red list. Recommendations for bird care include cleaning feeders and managing food sources to prevent disease spread.
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