Big Garden Birdwatch is back – and it’s bigger than ever! In 2025, over 590,000 Brits took part, spotting a whopping 9.1 million birds. But don’t pop the champagne for our feathered pals just yet – some are still in serious trouble.
House Sparrows Top the List But Are Plummeting
House Sparrows may have led last year’s count, but their numbers have nosedived by 60% since 1979. Even more grim: the UK has lost a whopping 38 million birds in the last 60 years. With such fast declines, every bird counted is crucial.
Join the Count: January 23-25, 2026
Set aside just one hour between January 23 and 25, 2026. Whether you’re in a garden, on a balcony, or at a local park, count the birds you spot – or don’t spot. That’s right, zero sightings matter too!
Fancy pitching in? Download the official Big Garden Birdwatch guide and help protect UK wildlife today.
