Bird Detectives

Our twice-yearly junior magazine, Bird Detectives, is packed full of fun and information for young birdwatchers including:

• Competitions
• Events
• Species Features
• Photo Galleries
• Interviews with young birders
• Activities

In the current issue

• Ospreys nesting again in Ireland: missing for hundreds of years, these fish-eating birds of prey are back, as Cóilín MacLochlainn reports.
• A Tale of Bricks and Birds: thirteen-year-old Aedan Murray from Dungarvan, Co. Waterford tells us how he has combined his two favourite hobbies – birdwatching and LEGO!
• A Bird-lover’s Bucket List: Amy Lewis suggests a list of “must-do” activities for young birdwatchers in Ireland.
• Do not disturb!: Barry the Brent Goose explains why he and his fellow wintering waterbirds need peace and quiet while they are feeding and resting.
• A special pull-out centre-page poster of Irish winter garden birds.
• Schools’ Garden Bird Survey: take part in our big nationwide garden bird count this winter and help us to understand how our feathered friends are doing.
• Working with Wildlife: we talk to people who have dedicated their lives to wildlife conservation, giving you an inside look at the important work they do.
• Competitions with some fantastic prizes up for grabs!