We all know that many of our bird species have declined over recent years, but there are some seemingly common species that you may be surprised to learn are actually in decline. Take a look at the list below and see how many you didn't know about.
10 Declining Bird Species…..
1. Herring Gull - RED LISTED
Herring Gull. Credit: Maria Hiles
2. Starling - RED LISTED
Starlings. Credit: Mike Hudson
3. Song Thrush - RED LISTED
Song Thrush. Credit: Keith Milner
4. Mute Swan - AMBER LISTED
Mute Swans. Credit: Doug Price
5. Mallard - AMBER LISTED
Mallard. Credit: Ric Jackson
6. Oystercatcher - AMBER LISTED
Oystercatcher. Credit: Antony Taylor
7. Tawny Owl - AMBER LISTED
Tawny Owl. Credit: Peter Orr
8. Dunnock - AMBER LISTED
Dunnock. Credit: Laurence Whitaker
9. House Martin - AMBER LISTED
House Martin. Credit: Duncan Cooke
10. Black-headed Gull - AMBER LISTED
Black-headed Gull. Credit: Shane Jones