How do you recognise a distressed or disturbed bird?

  • They will make a loud repeated alarm call – if they don’t sound happy, it means they’re not
  • Some birds may dive bomb you as an obvious sign that they feel threatened by your presence
  • They may fake an injury in the hope you will follow them away from the nest

What should you do?

  • Keep dogs and birds apart and never allow your dog to chase the birds – keep it on a lead if you have to
  • Take a wide route around birds that appear distressed. Move away quickly and quietly – even if that means you are going back the way you have come