Sunday, 8 January 2023

Request for BBS volunteers

 Are you looking for a new challenge in 2023? Do you want to contribute to conservation science in Wales and enjoy a good birdwatch at the same time? Why not sign up for a BBS square!?


BBS, aka Breeding Bird Survey, is one of the BTO's annual core surveys consisting of 2 visits (in April-June) to a 1km square. The data collected are invaluable when it comes to monitoring the breeding success of birds in the UK.

This survey is perfect for a more experienced birder who can identify birds by sight and sound. As this is an annual survey, it's a great opportunity to get to know a specific area and the birds who breed there. You also have the ability to log bees, butterflies and mammals you see along the way.

The orange squares in the map below indicate 1km squares that are available to survey. If you are interested in surveying, or would like more information about the survey please visit:

Naomi Davis

There was a map attached to Naomi's email which I am having difficulty in reproducing on the blog.
Will sort asap.