Pigeons, a common sight in Irish gardens, present a unique challenge for bird feeders. Larger and more aggressive than most other wild birds, pigeons often dominate the feeders, preventing smaller ...

Many gardeners are annoyed by magpies in their gardens - but they actually offer a useful service by removing pests like ...

Conservationists are calling on the public to join the world’s largest garden wildlife survey this weekend to see how birds are faring across the UK.

“Look at pictures of some of the garden birds you hope to see and get your child familiar with them. It can give them a great sense of achievement to not just spot a bird but be able to name it ...

WHAT’S your favourite apple? Is it a mild and tart Granny Smith’s or a sweet and tangy Pink Lady? Dúlra’s tastes change with the seasons – maybe a juicy green apple in summer and a rich red in winter.

Households should also be mindful not to overfeed birds as an excess of food can attract other wildlife into your garden, ...