As symbols, messengers or metaphors, birds have long figured in literatures and cultures. Over 180 species have become extinct globally and there is increasing aware.
A new-look ID guide focuses on snipe and woodcock, we celebrate 30 years of the magazine, investigate the decline of Bewick's Swan – and introduce our #LocalBigYear challenge!
Bird species now in the Red List include the Swift, House Martin and Greenfinch (pictured), but the White-tailed Eagle is making a comeback, says the RSPB.