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Everything you need to know about CITES permits, Article 10 certificates, and your legal obligations as a bird owner or breeder in the UK.

Recent changes from DEFRA mean almost all bird keepers in the UK must now register their birds, even if you only keep one. Here's what you need to know.

Finding a lost bird can be stressful, but your actions can make all the difference in reuniting it with its home.

Everything you need to know about closed leg rings: how they work, what the codes mean, ring colours by year, welfare considerations, and your legal responsibilities.

Lost your bird? An hour-by-hour UK recovery plan: the first hour, the first 24 hours, how to approach your bird when you spot them, and what to do next.

Microchipping is gaining attention in the bird-keeping community. Here's what you need to know about the benefits, risks, and welfare considerations.

Anyone who keeps birds can become a target for theft. Here's how to deter thieves, keep records, and what to do if your bird is stolen.

Most baby birds found on the ground are not abandoned. This guide explains when to help, when to leave it alone, and who to contact in the UK.

Found a bird with a leg ring? What UK ring codes mean, how to trace the breeder through them, and how mybirdID matches ring numbers to owners.