Golden eagles, hen harriers and owls are among species staff hope to see flourish.

Multi-million pound restoration of England's largest RSPB reserve proposed

Three baby emus were born at Bird Gardens Scotland as part of their breeding programme. 

Spring chicks believed to be only baby emus in Scotland 

700,000 people across the UK took part in the birdwatch which gives RSPB scientists insights into how garden birds are faring.

Bird flu can be spread to poultry (birds that are farmed to eat, or to lay eggs for human consumption).

A temporary protection zone has been put in place near Copeland. People are urged not to touch dead birds while further testing is underway.

The tiny white chick weighs 52g and was born in a conservation centre in Oxton. 

The bird was shot two weeks ago in the Sedbergh area, but is expected to be released to the wild soon.

The RSPB says Cumbria is one of the worst counties when it comes to the persecution of birds of prey.

Thousands of people are expected to flock to Brampton to catch a glimpse of the colourful breed, which is more common in warmer climates.