Ways to attract wildlife

You can plant all kinds of shrubs and flowers that will benefit birds and other wildlife throughout the year

Other plants

Animals

Birds are not the only creatures to benefit from a wildlife garden. Learn more about the wide variety of animals that use your garden, including when you're likely to see them, and where.

Other animals

Garden habitats

From window boxes to log piles and meadow areas, all habitats are important for wildlife. Whether you want to make the most of what you already have, or want to create more habitats, we've got the information for you.

Other garden habitats

Species of the month

Illustration of fox

The fox has reddish-brown fur, a white chest and a bushy, white-tipped tail, called a brush. Foxes are widespread and quite common throughout Britain, and a surprising number live in towns.

Featured month

Blue tit feeding on coconut

If you regularly go out into the garden at daybreak, you will notice the birdsong increasing as the days get longer. Male birds are starting to mark out their territories ready for mating and the nesting season. Natural food supplies may be in short supply, especially when deep frosts persist.

Other months

Need other garden advice

Visit our advice section for further information on how to improve your garden for birds and wildlife.

Further advice

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Birds in your Garden

A superb 32-page full colour booklet crammed with information on how to attract birds to your garden all year round.

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Wildlife on your doorstep

This beautifully illustrated booklet is packed with interesting facts and information to help you identify the wildlife in your town or city.

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If you would like to attract more wildlife to your garden, why not take part in Homes for Wildlife? Tell us about your garden and we'll provide you with advice tailored to your garden. You can also take part in fun, easy-to-do surveys.

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