Join the movement to save the Eurasian Curlew, one of Europe’s most endangered birds. Our mission is to coordinate conservation efforts, share research, and protect breeding and wintering habitats across the UK and beyond.
🦜 Understanding the Curlew Crisis
The Eurasian Curlew population has declined by over 50% in recent decades. Through transdisciplinary approaches and collaborative research, we’re working to reverse this trend. Learn about the key reasons for curlew decline and how habitat loss, changing agricultural practices, and predation pressure affect these iconic birds.
📍 Key Curlew Sites Across Britain
Discover important breeding and wintering grounds where curlews still thrive. Our comprehensive site guides cover:
- Severn and Avon Vales – Critical lowland breeding habitat
- Dartmoor – Traditional moorland stronghold
- Shropshire Hills and Welsh Marches – Important upland areas
- New Forest – Southern breeding population
- North Wiltshire – Recovering populations
Explore all curlew sites to find conservation opportunities near you.
🔬 Latest Research & Monitoring
Stay informed with cutting-edge curlew research and monitoring programs. Our work includes colour-ringing studies, satellite tracking projects, and detailed breeding surveys like the Berkshire Downs surveys.
Recent findings reveal fascinating migration patterns, including curlews wintering on the Severn Estuary and summering in Finland and movements between East Anglia and the Severn.
🐣 Headstarting & Recovery Programs
Learn about groundbreaking headstarting initiatives giving curlews a fighting chance. The WWT headstarting project has reached significant milestones, with breeding curlews returning to English lowlands. Track the success of headstarted juveniles through our regular updates.
The Curlew Recovery Partnership coordinates national efforts, while regional projects like Curlew Country deliver on-the-ground conservation.
📊 Conservation Reports & Resources
Access comprehensive conservation guidance and reports:
- WWT Severn Curlew Project Annual Report
- Shropshire Survey Results
- Tips on Finding Curlew Nests
- Conservation Advice
- Waterbirds in the UK Report
🌍 World Curlew Day & Events
Celebrate World Curlew Day every April 21st! Join guided walks, attend conferences, and participate in citizen science. Recent highlights include the Highgrove House Curlew Recovery Summit and the Curlew Forum meetings.
📰 Curlew Forum Newsletter & Updates
Stay connected with the curlew conservation community through our regular newsletters and updates. Read the latest Curlew Forum Newsletter and explore our blogs and news section for breaking conservation stories.
Notable recent coverage includes Mary Colwell’s ornithology award for her book Curlew Moon and the Lifetime Achievement Award for Tony Cross.
🎨 Media Library & Resources
Explore our rich collection of curlew media to support education and awareness:
- 📷 Photo Gallery – Stunning curlew photography
- 🎵 Sound Library – Iconic curlew calls
- 📹 Video Collection – Conservation in action
- 🎨 Illustrations – Educational artwork
🤝 Get Involved in Curlew Conservation
Every action counts in the fight to save Britain’s curlews. Whether you’re a landowner, researcher, or concerned citizen, there are many ways to help:
- Report curlew sightings using our template
- Join local survey efforts
- Attend training days
- Support the Curlew Appeal
- Learn about habitat management
Together, we can ensure future generations hear the evocative call of curlews across our landscapes. Join us in this critical conservation mission to save one of Britain’s most iconic and endangered birds.