Together We Can Help
Cirl Bunting once widespread in UK,now its range is restricted to southern Devon and Cornwall. In the past decades with the help of Farmers and conservationists Cirl Bunting number is rising in Devon and Cornwall, Lets provide more suitable habitat to these beautiful birds and make this story a success for generations to come .Please provide winter stubble, hedgerows and scrub to help Cirl Bunting and other Birds in South West of England.
Provide Weedy Winter Stubble
Leaving overwintered stubble until March ensures food availability for seed-eating birds.
Spring barley stubbles with wild weeds are vital for their survival.
Maintain Hedgerows
Trim hedges late in winter to protect breeding birds.
Plant and restore hedgerows through coppicing to provide safe nesting sites.
Preserve Scrubland
Maintain scrub by clearing dense areas while keeping enough cover for protection.
Scrub is essential for safe nesting and shelter.