Scientific name: Coccothraustes coccothraustes
Hawfinches are the UK's largest finch and can be found across Europe and Asia. They are very rare birds - in fact, they are red-listed in the UK and are thought to have a population of less than 1,000 breeding pairs. This can make them a particularly difficult species to spot, combined with their shy nature, these birds can be pretty elusive!
Are you looking to attract more wildlife to your garden? From birds to bugs, seeing wildlife in your garden is always a treat! Here at Really Wild Bird Food, we have a wide range of wildlife products that would make the perfect addition to a budding wildlife-friendly garden. Keep reading for our best tips on how to turn your garden into a bustling wildlife haven!
Autumn is the season for planting, and there are some big changes afoot for us this year!
Fledgling birds need to be fed smaller food that is suitable for their diets. If there are fledging birds in your garden, feed them a seed mix for fledglings, including foods like peanut granules and naked oats.
Fledgling is the stage in a flying animal's life between hatching or birth and becoming capable of flight. Fledging is the term mostly used for birds but it can also be used for baby bats! In this blog, we answer your most asked questions about baby birds!
Wildflowers offer an attractive alternative to traditional lawns and gardens. Planting our wildflower seeds in your garden will enhance its beauty and more importantly, they're the perfect plants for bees and butterflies.
Hemp seeds have grown in popularity in recent years. Although the seeds come from cannabis plants, they contain virtually no THC (the psychoactive component of cannabis) and are safe for both animals and humans to eat. In fact, many health enthusiasts use hemp seeds in smoothies, salads and other dishes. Hemp seeds are also a popular ingredient in bird seed mixes. Hemp seeds are also enjoyed by caged birds.
