Why Choose Safe4 Disinfectant? March 11, 2018Our Safe 4 Disinfectant Range has been tested by independent laboratories and meets with all the accreditation standards. Buy now from just £3.60Safe4 disinfectant is used worldwide and has been...
Brambling Bird: Identification, Migration, and Feeding Tips March 5, 2018The Brambling (Fringilla montifringilla) is similar in size and shape to the Chaffinch. It is recognised by its russet-coloured upper-breast and white rump, the male having a black head with...
Beware: Seven Common Foods That Are Harmful to Birds March 5, 2018Throughout the cold winter months, we all know to feed our garden birds high-quality bird food such as Sunflower hearts, Premuim Peanuts, and Suets. However, we have listed below seven...
Willow Tit February 22, 2018Very similar in looks to the Marsh Tit, unfortunately in fast decline. Can be found in damp woodlands, hedges and, thickets in England, Wales and southern Scotland. The Willow Tit,...
Blackcap Bird: Identification, Habitat, and Feeding Guide February 20, 2018The Blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) is quite a chunky bird and is about the size of a Chaffinch and heralds from the warblers’ family. It is a distinctive greyish warbler, and...
Green Woodpecker: Identification, Habitat, and Feeding Tips February 5, 2018The Green Woodpecker (Picus viridis) is a member of the woodpecker family (Picidae). It is one of three types of woodpecker and is the largest. The crown and nape are...
Advice on Bird Feeders and Nest Boxes February 1, 2018Feeders and nest boxes. People put them up and then are disappointed when nothing seems to be eating or nesting. So, they e-mail me or collar me in the street...
A Visit to the Arabian Gulf January 29, 2018From 3-10 December 2017 Professor John E Cooper, veterinary advisor to Haith’s, and his wife Margaret E Cooper were in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as guests at an international...
Collared Dove: Identification, Habitat, and Feeding Tips January 22, 2018The Collared Dove (Streptopelia decaocto) is a small dove with a long tail and is known to be smaller than a Woodpigeon. They are easily identified with its pinky-brown grey...
Skylark Bird: Identification, Song, and Feeding Tips January 8, 2018The Skylark (Alauda arvensis) is a small brown bird and is a member of the Lark family. It is a streaky brown colour with a small crest, the tail is...
The Best Food for Blackbirds January 5, 2018Blackbirds are one of Britain’s most familiar and best-loved birds. Belonging to the thrush family, only the male is all black with female and young Blackbirds being brown. They are...
Fieldfare Bird: Identification, Behaviour, and Feeding Tips December 15, 2017The Fieldfare (Turdus pilaris) is a large, colourful bird and a member of the thrush family (Turdidae). They are very similar in size to a mistle thrush and can easily...
Rook Bird: Identification, Habitat, and Feeding Tips November 20, 2017The Rook (Corvus frugilegus) is a large member of the crow (Corvidae) family; it is similar in size to the Carrion Crow. It has a slender bill, a bare, greyish-white...
What Do Robins Eat? A Comprehensive Guide to Their Diet November 6, 2017Robins are a welcome sight in any garden. They're associated with Christmas and the winter months though are resident year round. Both female and male have a bright (almost) identical...
Birds and Halloween traditions October 31, 2017Birds have been connected with Halloween folklore for as long as we can remember. The reason is that many cultures (ancient and modern) view certain types of birds as dark...
What to Feed Garden Birds and What to Avoid: A Handy Guide October 23, 2017We all know what to feed our garden birds, don’t we? Read on to find out what you shouldn't be feeding the birds. Sunflowers, peanut granules and niger seeds are all bird favourites. Millet...
Linnet Bird: Identification, Habitat, and Feeding Tips October 10, 2017The common Linnet (Linaria cannabina) is a small passerine bird and a member of the finch family. It is a slim bird with a long tail. Its upper parts are...
The Charm of Goldfinches: Identification, Behaviour, and Feeding Tips October 9, 2017A recent UK-wide survey by the British Trust for Ornithology has revealed that Goldfinches are now being seen in record numbers in our gardens. After a healthy breeding season this...
Help to hibernate! Help a hedgehog hibernate this autumn/winter September 25, 2017Different animals hibernate at different times of the year. Discover below out how you can help a hedgehog hibernate this autumn and winter For warm-blooded animals, a lot of energy...
Why we're all doing work that matters September 12, 2017According to WWF research, Earth has lost half of its wildlife in the past 40 years which is why we’re doubling our efforts to take care of what’s left of...
Wild Bird Food Direct from Haith's, Grimsby September 5, 2017Haith’s wild bird direct, Grimsby, is dedicated to caring for your garden wildlife, we provide high-quality wild bird food at an affordable price. The team here at Haith’s wild bird...
A Yellowhammer August 29, 2017The Yellowhammer (Emberiza citrinella) is a passerine bird and is part of the bunting family. The bright yellow plumage of the adult male Yellowhammer - along with his reddish-brown upper...
Attracting Robin Red Breast to Your Garden August 15, 2017To help attract this delightful bird to your garden we have the following suggestions for you to try... Recently voted as the nation’s favourite bird, Robins are a welcome sight...
Attracting Birds to Your Garden July 31, 2017Living things have three basic needs to survive; - shelter, water, and food. Our gardens, if we are lucky enough to have one, can provide homes for an enchanting variety...
Mistle Thrush: Characteristics, Habitat, and Feeding Tips July 28, 2017The Mistle thrush (Turdus viscivorus) is the largest member of the thrush family. It’s a very distinguished looking bird; its upperparts are grey-brown, and its underparts are a pale yellow...
A South Gloucestershire Birder's Diary: Birdwatching Insights and Experiences July 24, 2017As an ‘obsessive’ birder based in S. Gloucestershire I’m keen to see (and if possible find) rare and scarce birds and butterflies in my area: over the years (now more...
Help Our World: Practical Tips for Supporting Wildlife July 21, 2017We were recently contacted by a local primary school in the Grimsby area, they asked us if we could donate some products and recipes to help them understand about helping...
Cuckoo Bird: Identification, Behaviour, and Feeding Guide July 14, 2017The Cuckoo (Cuculus canorus) is a common solitary bird and is more often heard than seen. Learn more about Cuckoos here... The Cuckoos call ('cuck-oo cuck-oo') is only given by...
Honeybees and their hives July 11, 2017Apart from Antarctica, Honeybees are found the world over. From the same family as ants and wasps, they live on a variety of nectar and pollen. Honeybees live in colonies...
Magpie Bird: Characteristics, Behaviour, and Feeding Tips July 3, 2017When it comes to the decline in songbirds much finger pointing has taken place at Magpies. Find out why these intelligent birds are considered as a pest. Magpies (Pica pica)...
Why do birds have different songs? #AskBillOddie June 8, 2017Birds in the United Kingdom exhibit a diverse array of songs, each unique to their species, and the reasons behind this rich variation are as fascinating as the melodies themselves....
Which species of birds' behaviour do you find most fascinating? #AskBillOddie June 8, 2017Bird behaviour is a captivating realm that intricately weaves together instinct, adaptation, and intelligence, presenting an endless array of marvels for enthusiasts and scientists alike. Observing birds in their natural...
Yellow Wagtail: Identification, Migration, and Feeding Tips May 26, 2017The Yellow Wagtail (Motacilla flava) is a small passerine bird and is part of the Wagtail family (Motacillidae). It is a bird that visits us between March and September, and...
How Watching Wildlife Improves Well-being: Health Benefits and Tips May 9, 2017Wildlife, and especially watching garden birds, has always made us happy but a recent study by Exeter University has confirmed that people living close to birds have a better level...
Mandarin Duck: Identification, Habitat, and Feeding Preferences April 6, 2017Recently a colleague spent an enjoyable afternoon fishing in Lincolnshire and spotted a Mandarin duck in the lake. With a great latin name of Aix galericulata, we decided to look...
The birdsong of spring March 10, 2017Spring is a great time of year. It’s the return of many things including spring flowers like daffodils, crocuses, and tulips. But we like the return of the dawn chorus...
Marching into spring March 10, 2017We're on route to the breeding season – we're marching into spring - and now is a good time to review our foods. The birds that have frequented our gardens...
Song Thrush: Identification, Habitat, and Feeding Tips March 9, 2017The Song Thrush (Turdus philomelos) can be seen all year round and is quite easy to identify as it is slightly smaller than the Mistle Thrush. It has even brown...
World Wildlife Day at Fylingdales Primary School March 3, 2017Fylingdales Primary School recently engaged its young students, aged 6 and 7, in commemorating World Wildlife Day, an event dedicated to raising awareness about the significance of protecting wildlife and...
Why We Love Garden Birds: Tips for Attracting Them February 9, 2017In this blog we explore the importance and the love we share for wild birds. What’s so special about garden birds? As we all know, Britain is a nation of...
Bird Feeders Hygiene: Best Practices for a Healthy Feeding Environment January 13, 2017When a large number of birds are attracted to gardens to feed, their chances of contracting a disease are slightly increased because they are grouping together in one place (a...
The natural world and Christmas December 13, 2016Wrap up warm this winter, it's going to be a cold one! The question is are we expecting a white christmas this year? Read this blog to find out. At...
The natural world and Christmas December 13, 2016At this time of year, it’s our first instinct to put the fire on, decorate our homes with all the festive treats that are on offer and hibernate with friends...
Winter Berries and Wildlife December 1, 2016Winter berries bring colour to our hedgerows and provide vital food for wildlife. It proves that they're not just for Christmas.At this special time of year, when the wintry weather...
Drought, Dams, and Drinking Water: Ensuring Birds Stay Hydrated November 25, 2016Haith’s Veterinary Advisor Professor John E Cooper FRCVS and his wife Margaret recently returned from another four weeks in East Africa where, amongst other things, they provided training at a...
Kingfisher Bird: Life, Habitat Guide November 21, 2016Monday, 21st November 2016 With a latin name of Alcedo atthis and belonging to the Alcedinidae family, Kingfishers are certainly a beautiful bird. Widespread throughout the UK, more so in central and...
The Secret of a Starling Spectacle November 17, 2016A starling murmuration is an astonishing vision. Mostly seen as the sun is setting, there can be millions of birds swirling around the sky at once. But it’s a phenomenon...
Weather Watching for Wildlife November 3, 2016Facts about weather watching for wildlife you can't afford to miss. Here in the UK, our weather is certainly a topic for discussion. However, without our varied range of weather...
Who's Been Eating my Bird Food... or Your's? October 28, 2016I have to admit there have been occasions when we have run out of Muesli that I have seriously considered plundering my stash of Haith’s wholesome seed mixes and trying...
A Focus on Blackbirds October 25, 2016Discover new facts and information which you need to know about Blackbirds. During the winter months, at least 12%* of Britain and Ireland’s Blackbirds are immigrants from elsewhere in Europe....
Bob Crook Builds Better Homes for 400 House Martins October 19, 2016Bob Crook builds better bird homes for 400 House Martins and plans to help even more first time flyers get onto the property market next year. We’re always on the...
Big Butterfly Count Results 2016: Key Findings and Insights October 12, 2016Big butterfly count results 2016 The results from this year’s butterfly count are very worrying. An enormous quantity of 396,138 butterflies were counted and more than 38,000 counts were completed.*...
Wildlife's Counting on You (and Us) September 26, 2016Britain’s wildlife is in ‘crisis’ as ‘56% of UK species are in decline’ and ‘165 species are considered Critically Endangered in Great Britain’ – these, according to the report, are...
Your Wildlife Garden in Autumn September 20, 2016This is the time of year to take the opportunity to add new wildlife features to your garden. Your garden provides a habitat for a range of different birds and...
Exploring the Natural World in Autumn: Seasonal Changes and Birdwatching Tips September 15, 2016There’s no denying it – autumn is on its way and as it gets closer, big changes start to get under way in the natural world. From September onwards a...
How Hibernation Works: Understanding the Process in Wildlife September 15, 2016Thursday, 15th September 2016 For warm-blooded animals, a lot of energy is burned by just keeping our body temperature where it should be; even when we are asleep we are still burning...
Bird Migration: Understanding the Fight or Flight Response August 26, 2016Friday, 26th August 2016 Birds are about to fight it out in the UK for "natural" food and shelter during autumn and winter or start their evolutionary migratory flight paths taking them...
Autumn Migration August 25, 2016Birds like Swallows and Sand Martins will soon set off for their winter home in Africa and the Mediterranean. So, how does a bird know when to migrate? Well, at...
Exploring Pond and Park Life: Tips for Observing Wildlife August 11, 2016Thursday, 11th August 2016 Entertaining the kids with something different each day during the summer holidays can be difficult, but fear not as we have a wild solution. Why not investigate your...
Summer Holiday Fun August 3, 2016Water holds a fascination for kids – there’s no doubt about that. Now the summer holidays are here, it’s a perfect time to go out and explore your local pond....