Big Farmland Bird Count Results

In February, many of our members took part in the Big Farmland Bird Count, set up by the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust, and the results are in. More than 1500 farmers got involved, spotting more than 120 species over 1.4 million acres. Among this, 25 red-listed species were recorded, with fieldfares, starlings, linnets and lapwings equating to 24% of all species spotted! The Big Farmland Bird Count highlights dedication to conservation farming measures and their commitment to recording their findings. Set up in 2014, the Count takes place every year, this year with more farmers getting involved than ever before. 

Interested in taking part next year? Make sure you’re following us & the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust on social media for reminders.

For more detailed information on this year’s findings, click here .