Invite to take part in house martin survey

BIRDWATCHERS are being urged to keep their eyes peeled for some popular summer visitors to support a new survey.

The British Trust for Ornithology has launched its 2016 House Martin Nest Study.

The organisation wants bird fans to keep an eye on nests of the popular black and white bird which is well-known for building mud nests under roofs.

People can login or register for the survey at http://tinyurl.com/gohde3m to view and download the survey forms and resources.

The online data entry pages will be available from March 30.

A British Trust for Ornithology spokesperson said: “The 2016 House Martin Nest Study will involve volunteers making regular observations at individual nests to collect information about nesting activity. You can select your own study site anywhere where House Martins are nesting.”