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Find out the answers to questions like 'Why do starlings flock together at dusk?'

Do you have a burning question about birds and wildlife? Have you seen something that's left you scratching your head for an explanation?

Our wildlife enquiries team receives thousands of enquiries every year on a range of weird and wonderful topics.

The information on our advice pages is here to answer your queries, so why not take a look to see if you can find the answer to your question there first.

However, not everything can be covered. One of the great things about birds and wildlife is that there is always something new to learn!

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Large flock of starlings congregating at dusk - David Kjaer (rspb-images.com, Ref: 2004-6613-000)
Flower borders in front of RSPB The Lodge reserve, Bedfordshire - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: 1999_0503_009 )
Family Birdwatching through living room window - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com)
Nestbox on tree, RSPB Wood of Cree reserve - Andy Hay (rspb-images.com, Ref: D_2006_11968_0009 )
Bird illustrations by Mike Langman (RSPB)