Keeps sites of rare breeding species confidential. If you
feel protection is necessary, inform the SOS, we have close co-operation
with the R.S.P.B. Regional Office.
Do not harass rare migrants. Consider all the circumstances
very carefully before making the sighting known. If necessary keep the
sighting secret until the bird has moved on.
Abide by the legal requirements of the Wildlife &
Countryside Act and other legislation at all times.
Respect the rights of landowners.
Obey the Country Code.
Respect the rights of other birdwatchers and other
countryside users.
Keep records of important sightings and make sure the SOS
receives them through the County Bird Recorder
When bird watching abroad behave as you would expect to
behave in Britain.
