It can still seem like winter, but March sees birds beginning to stir, writes David Callahan …

Red kites, great spotted woodpeckers and pink-footed geese are only a few of the birds doing brilliantly in the British Isles right now. Mark Cocker celebrates their success stories and looks at what might be learnt from them

Now is the time to start venturing out to watch birds pair up and face off, while keeping a close eye on those species that are just passing through, says David Callahan

New Year’s Day started with high hopes, but was all about dipping, writes Bo Beolens…

MARCH

One of the rich joys of birding is that there are birds everywhere, including gardens and parks. Just get out and walk around, there’s no need to be quiet or furtive. Become familiar with your feather