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Bird nest identification: How to identify common UK bird nests
Who nested here? Learn which clues point to the previous occupants of old bird nests with our photographic guide.
Hanako Shimada • 26 Jan 2026
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Research report
Scotland's tree equity action plan 2025-30
We want to see a Scotland where every urban neighbourhood has full and fair access to the benefits of trees. Read our tree equity action plan to find out how we plan to make that happen.
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Plant trees
Agroforestry benefits farming, nature and climate
Integrating trees in arable crops and livestock systems makes agroforestry a win-win for sustainable food production and the natural environment.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Dark crimson underwing moth
A rare beauty – the dark crimson underwing moth startles predators with its deep red hindwings and depends on mature oak trees for survival.
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Protecting trees and woods
Campaigns news
Discover the latest challenges and successes for woods and trees and find out how you can make a difference.
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Plant trees
Natural regeneration
The UK needs more trees. We plant millions of native trees every year, but planting is just one way to help the UK's woodlands expand. Allowing nature to take its course is also an effective and efficient method of getting more trees in the ground.
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Blog
When do birds nest?
Some birds nest earlier than others. Find out all about the time of year birds nest and which are the earliest nesters.
Hannah Vickers • 17 Jan 2019
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Blog
Broadleaf autumn issue: it packs a crunch!
The latest Broadleaf is full of surprises, as we travel from the busy streets of Belfast to the remote foothills of Ben Nevis in search of inspiring stories about trees.
Vincent Crump • 22 Sept 2025
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Trees woods and wildlife
Ash dieback
Ash dieback will kill around 80% of ash trees across the UK. At a cost of billions, the effects will be staggering. It will change the landscape forever and threaten many species which rely on ash.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Oak processionary moth
The oak processionary moth not only strips oak trees of their leaves, leaving them vulnerable, but also poses a health risk to humans causing rashes and breathing difficulties.