When storks are gathering materials for their nests, they may bring back various man-made objects, without realizing that they may be dangerous. Since the 1980s, this has included plastic (polypropylene) string, which is now woven into the fabric of hundreds of stork's nests. The danger is mostly to young birds in the nest, which can become entangled by their legs or wings, and may suffer serious injuries or even death.
Plastic bags are another serious hazard. A chick may put its head into one, and if it doesn’t manage to escape from it quickly, may suffocate.
You and your friends and schoolmates can help by clearing string, plastic bags and other dangerous rubbish from the fields where storks feed and gather materials. If see an entangled nestling, contact your local bird club so that they can arrange to have it freed.
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How to be a good Birdwatcher
HOW TO BE A GOOD BIRDWATCHER
Our top 10 tips on how to be a good birdwatcher
Let's get to know our favourite neighbours
SWALLOWS OF MY NEIGHBOURHOOD
Barn Swallows are one of the most popular and familiar birds in the world. Let's meet them! :)
I FOUND A BABY BIRD! WHAT SHOULD I DO?
I FOUND A BABY BIRD! WHAT SHOULD I DO?
We see a baby bird on the ground and we think it is alone, helpless, small, cold, clumsy and fluffy… it is hard to resist the urge to rescue. But often people intervene when in fact most chicks are "fledglings" that should be left alone.
Some of our most familiar migratory birds are in trouble.
THREATS AND HAZARDS TO MIGRATING BIRDS
For example, children today are less likely to have heard the call of the Common Cuckoo than their parents, and much less likely than their grandparents.
FEEDING BIRDS WHEN THERE IS SHORTAGE OF FOOD
FEEDING BIRDS WHEN THERE IS SHORTAGE OF FOOD
By putting out the right food at the right time of year, you can help your local birds get through times when natural food is short, and be fit and ready to breed in the spring.
BIRD-FRIENDLY GARDEN/BALCONY
BIRD-FRIENDLY GARDEN/BALCONY
Make Spring come Alive in your garden or balcony each year!
CAMPAIGNING FOR YOUR LOCAL SITE
CAMPAIGNING FOR YOUR LOCAL SITE
Are you worried about the damage being done to a local wildlife spot, but don't know what to do about it? Maybe you have a favourite place to enjoy nature and want to make sure it's protected?
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NEST BOXES
NEST BOXES
Many birds nest in holes. But modern forestry methods, and safety concerns in towns, mean that there are fewer old trees with hollows where birds can make their nests.
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