Animal rights activists are not to blame

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30-minute birder Amanda Tuke sees the benefits of being distracted by birds at home, and on the coast

Stoatally elusive

I HAVE written numerous pieces about mallard – this our most ubiquitous duck is a survivor. Mallard can be found almost everywhere, and I love them and never tire of watching them. They are underrated

Bird enthusiast Caroline Spinks is determined to protect the habitat of a special species

Easy ways to make your garden more nature-friendly