The Big Garden Birdwatch

In 2026, the Big Garden Birdwatch will return from the 23rd to the 25th of January, and we’re hoping it will be the biggest Birdwatch yet! We at CJ Wildlife will, of course, be participating in the counting campaign and will be on the lookout for our feathered friends.

All nature lovers are invited to observe, record, and report the birds in their gardens or local parks for one hour. Through these reports, we all contribute to creating a detailed picture of the activity of our local birds.

We are passionately committed to raising awareness of the fascinating world of birds and contributing valuable data for the study and conservation of bird diversity. Our mission goes far beyond simple counting - we are pioneers in promoting projects that protect and enhance bird habitats.

In close cooperation with renowned ornithological organizations and conservation experts, we have made significant progress in researching migration behavior, breeding habits, and population developments. These insights form the basis for targeted conservation measures to support endangered species and preserve habitats.

Furthermore, we use our platform to increase awareness of the importance of bird diversity. As Europe's largest supporter of bird counting, we are proud to be a driving force in the protection of our feathered friends. Our vision extends far beyond the counts - we strive for sustainable coexistence between humans and the bird world and are tirelessly committed to the preservation of these fascinating creatures.

1. House Sparrow

2. Blue Tit

3. Starling

4. Woodpigeon

5. Blackbird

The Big Garden Birdwatch 2025, which engaged 590,000 nature lovers, revealed interesting insights into the bird population in the UK.

The House Sparrow continued to dominate the rankings, retaining the top spot for the 22nd consecutive year. Although long-term declines mean the species has lost millions of breeding pairs since the 1960s, its numbers in gardens have remained broadly stable over the past two decades.

The Blue Tit once again secured second place, confirming its consistent presence in UK gardens. The Woodpigeon, which has shown a strong long-term increase over the last 40 years, moved into third place, underlining its continued success in both urban and suburban environments.

A notable change in 2025 was the Starling, which slipped to fourth place and recorded its lowest average garden counts since the Big Garden Birdwatch began, reflecting wider national population declines. The Blackbird remained one of the UK’s most familiar garden birds, holding steady in fifth position.

The nation’s favourite bird, the Robin, continued to be a regular garden visitor, maintaining its place just outside the top five. The Goldfinch and Great Tit both remained within the top ten, showing relative stability following the Goldfinch’s rapid expansion earlier this century.

Rounding out the top ten, the Magpie continued to be a familiar sight in gardens, particularly in urban areas, while the Long-tailed Tit once again featured among the most commonly recorded species, reflecting a recovery after previous colder winters.