A world inspired by birds and informed by science.

Making birdwatching count

We empower 60,000 bird-enthusiasts to gather vital data, develop their skills and be part of a vibrant community.

Championing impartial science

We answer the most pressing questions about birds, through our thorough and impartial scientific research.

Sharing our bird knowledge

We communicate our knowledge and expertise to increase the value of birds and other wildlife for all.
Feature image for the People's Plan for Nature blog showing moss and lichens in a woodland setting. Mike Toms / BTO
Blog

BTO’s role in the People’s Plan for Nature

BTO’s CEO Juliet Vickery explains how our new strategy will contribute to this ambitious call to action.
Comma butterfly, Liz Cutting / BTO
Publication

Butterflies find safe haven in UK gardens

Data from 7,971 gardens between 2007 and 2020 have been used to produce garden-specific abundance trends for 22 widespread butterfly species.
Participants on the Isle of May trip stand in the staircase of the Observatory. Heather Fortune
News

BTO Youth explore the Isle of May

BTO Youth Volunteers took 10 students to the Isle of May to learn more about the island and the nature that can be found on it.

Volunteer

From expert ringers to garden enthusiasts, we have a range of projects to suit everyone.

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Garden BirdWatch

Help with research into garden wildlife by joining our Garden BirdWatch community.

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Osprey by Philip Croft

Join BTO today

Choose from a range of memberships including a monthly subscription, Life, Young Birder or Gift membership.
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Guides and courses

Improve your birding, fieldcraft and surveying skills. Browse our range of helpful guides and training courses.
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More ways we work

Mount Snowdon

National offices

Representing BTO in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
Partnership agreement with JNCC by Tom Stewart

BTO partnerships

The organisations we work with to achieve our charitable aims.
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BTO Consulting

Bringing our expertise and advice to industry, within the UK and abroad.
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Avian flu appeal

Donate today to support our research into avian influenza.
Black-headed Gull, Dawn Balmer / BTO
News

Wave of avian influenza hitting Black-headed Gulls

Fears grow around the new wave of Avian Flu as the disease kills thousands of inland gulls.

 Bird surveyer. David Tipling
Article

Guidance information for volunteer fieldworkers

Information about insurance, access rights, safeguarding, health and safety, and our Fieldwork Hazard Checklist.

 Equity vs Equality
Blog

Equality vs equity: a crucial distinction in BTO’s work around diversity and inclusion

BTO's CEO Juliet Vickery discusses a shift in our focus.