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rsb.org.uk
The 2026 #SignsOfSpring survey results are in!

Over 3,100 observations were made – a 62.4% increase from 2025. Flowers dominated the survey making up almost 72% of reports. Daffodils were the most reported, followed by snowdrops.

Find out more: www.rsb.org.uk/signs-of-spr...

#CitzenScience
An infographic highlighting Signs of Spring 2026 survey results. The facts are: 3,132 sightings submitted, 62% increase in sightings since 2025, 47.9% of records made within just 34 days, 903 daffodil sightings, 884 snowdrop sightings A photo of yellow daffodils against a blue sky
August 11, 2026 at 2:06 PM
janerefreshed.bsky.social
Spring flowers are springing, the birds are fighting & i was inspired to change the chair covers #Signsofspring

I shouldn't get too excited in the cold snaps. But its an unexpected sunny day today!
August 7, 2026 at 11:52 PM
rsb.org.uk
It’s the last week of our #SignsOfSpring survey!

Help us get as much data as possible to track environmental changes.

📆Closes 14 June

If you’ve seen any of our signs of spring add them to our survey: www.field-studies-council.org/signs-of-spr...

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Ten pictures showing signs of spring including a bumblebee on a pink flower, a ladybird on a leaf, and a dragonfly on a hand, with the hashtag #SignsOfSpring
June 8, 2026 at 1:35 PM
fieldstudiesc.bsky.social
⏰️It’s the last week of our #SignsofSpring survey! Please help us get as much data as possible to track environmental changes. If you’ve seen any of our 10 key indicator species, please add them to our quick survey by 14 June 2026: buff.ly/wv9VkTR

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June 7, 2026 at 2:56 PM
thislitgarbage.bsky.social
Coral Charm peonies just doing their thing.. being charming. I've dreamt of taking this photo for years and I'm just so pleased to make it happen finally. <3

#signsofspring #floralphotography #peonies #bloomscrolling #InBloom #Homegrown #florespondence #flowers #FlowerReport 📸 📷🌱
A top-down high contrast view of a collection of peonies arranged closely together inside a wooden crate. The flowers fill nearly the entire frame, with dark gaps between them and the crate's wooden slats visible along the top edge of the frame. Several blooms are fully open, revealing clusters of pale green seed pods surrounded by dense rings of yellow stamens. Others remain partially closed, appearing as rounded buds nestled among the open flowers. The blossoms vary in size and orientation. Some face directly upward toward the camera, while others tilt to the side or are partially obscured by neighboring flowers. The petals range from pale pink and blush tones to deeper rose and magenta hues.
June 2, 2026 at 7:34 PM
thislitgarbage.bsky.social
Moody AF, as the kids say. Coral Charm peonies.

#signsofspring #floralphotography #peonies #bloomscrolling #InBloom #Homegrown #florespondence #flowers #FlowerReport 📸 📷🌱 #darkandmoody
A top-down high contrast view of a collection of peonies arranged closely together inside a wooden crate. The flowers fill nearly the entire frame, with dark gaps between them and the crate's wooden slats visible along the sides and in the background. Several blooms are fully open, revealing clusters of pale green seed pods surrounded by dense rings of yellow stamens. Others remain partially closed, appearing as rounded buds nestled among the open flowers. The blossoms vary in size and orientation. Some face directly upward toward the camera, while others tilt to the side or are partially obscured by neighboring flowers. The petals range from pale pink and blush tones to deeper rose and magenta hues.
June 2, 2026 at 6:22 PM
thislitgarbage.bsky.social
Moody AF, as the kids say. Coral Charm peonies. Been dreaming of having enough from plantings to take these photos for a long time.

#signsofspring #floralphotography #peonies #bloomscrolling #InBloom #Homegrown #florespondence #flowers #FlowerReport 📸 📷🌱 #darkandmoody
Close-up floral photograph showing a dense arrangement of peonies filling the frame edge to edge. The flowers range from soft blush pink to deep rose and magenta, with layered, ruffled petals surrounding prominent golden-yellow stamens and pale green seed pods at their centers. Blooms face directly upward to the viewer, revealing details of their interiors, while others are partially turned or cropped by the edges of the image. The flowers overlap one another, with little visible stem or foliage. Deep black gaps between the blossoms provide contrast. Soft lighting emphasizes the texture of the petals and variations in color from pale pink highlights to magenta shadows.
June 2, 2026 at 6:11 PM
thislitgarbage.bsky.social
Out of any of my most recent floral setups, this set is definitely a favorite I keep coming back to.

#signsofspring #floralphotography #lilyofthevalley #bloomscrolling #InBloom #Homegrown #florespondence #flowers #FlowerReport 📸 📷🌱 #darkacademia
A moody vertical image focused on two fern fronds, still furled at their heads, with a stem of lily of the valley resting beside a bronze colored victory chalice on the right and two sets of vintage cloth-bound books on the left. A dark green ribbon threads through the handle, down to the ferns, and off the edge of the crate the collection sits upon. Slightly out of focus, at the top of the center-most book, faded gold lettering of Lyra Heroica can be read. The two books lean against the ornate handle of the cup, with two curly fronds of ferns and lily of the valley between them.
June 2, 2026 at 2:46 PM
saturdaynightsoup.bsky.social
A rose is a rose. From tonight's evening walk.

#art #photo #photography #flower #SignsOfSpring
June 1, 2026 at 7:48 AM
winingways.bsky.social
Apple blossom

#spring
#springtime
#growfood
#growyourown
#growyourownfood
#gardening
#permaculture
#foodforest
#signsofspring
May 26, 2026 at 6:16 PM
winingways.bsky.social
#rhubarb flower
#spring
#springtime
#growfood
#growyourown
#growyourownfood
#gardening
#permaculture
#foodforest
#signsofspring
May 26, 2026 at 6:13 PM
saturdaynightsoup.bsky.social
Sunday late spring delight.

#SignsOfSpring
May 25, 2026 at 4:07 AM
fieldstudiesc.bsky.social
Looking for a free half term activity? Get outdoors with our free Signs of Spring spotter sheet and tick off anything you see!

#SignsofSpring is tracking 10 key indicators of spring to find out more about our environment: buff.ly/i4qoXlZ

In partnership with @rsb.org.uk
May 24, 2026 at 9:12 AM
paullauterphoto.bsky.social
For this #WildlifeWednesday a singing wren.

#NaturesWindow #nature #wren #signsofspring #wildlifephotography #wildlife #lincolnshirewildlife
May 20, 2026 at 8:21 PM
casanorum.bsky.social
​Spring is showing its most beautiful side.

#springvibes #lilyofthevalley #naturephotography #signsofspring
May 20, 2026 at 3:30 PM
fieldstudiesc.bsky.social
Bees are among the most powerful signs of spring. This #WorldBeeDay, take a moment to pause and watch a bee at work. Do share your sighting and help us record how spring is unfolding across the UK. 🐝🌼
buff.ly/wv9VkTR

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#SignsofSpring
May 20, 2026 at 3:05 PM
kathleenmaunder.bsky.social
Saw the first hummingbird of the season yesterday. (Joy.) Saw the first garter snake today. (Shudder.) #signsofspring
May 20, 2026 at 1:46 AM
lilyluwhot.bsky.social
Meowning and happy #fabulousfuriendsfriday FKM and pals! Pawsome #signsofspring-thanks for sharing! Hope efurryone has a sunpuddle #FriYAY and a great weekend ahead! ((HUGGLES)) Luvs yoo my sweet furiends! 💞😽OxO😽💞
May 15, 2026 at 1:43 PM
furkidmom.bsky.social
Additional #signsofspring Pansies need a good rain or irrigation @declanandmom.bsky.social @lilyluwhot.bsky.social @spikecat.bsky.social @angelsaylor2017.bsky.social @brici161.bsky.social
Pansies Pansies
May 14, 2026 at 4:17 PM
lilyluwhot.bsky.social
So beautiful FKM! Luv the #signsofspring! 🌷💞🌷
May 13, 2026 at 8:51 PM
furkidmom.bsky.social
Almost forgot #signsofspring @declanandmom.bsky.social @lilyluwhot.bsky.social @spikecat.bsky.social @angelsaylor2017.bsky.social @brici161.bsky.social @bgnbeach.bsky.social
Pink rose shrub Assorted flowers
May 13, 2026 at 8:46 PM
rsb.org.uk
This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek we’re reflecting on the power of noticing nature. Our #SignsOfSpring survey invites everyone to slow down, look closely, and tune in.

Record your sightings: www.field-studies-council.org/signs-of-spr...

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#MentalHealth
A yellow heart with leaves growing on it. Text says Nature can help you feel calm, connected, and more present. #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek. The words calm and present are underlined
May 12, 2026 at 2:02 PM
fieldstudiesc.bsky.social
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re reflecting on the power of noticing nature. Take a moment outdoors and remind yourself that even small changes can bring hope and renewal. 🌱

#SignsofSpring in partnership with @rsb.org.uk

#MHAW2026 #MHAW #Mentalhealth #MentalHealthAwareness
May 12, 2026 at 11:48 AM
themainebeaches.bsky.social
Signs of spring are slowly appearing around Southern Maine. The Daffodils at Laurel Hill Cemetery are in full bloom! If you visit Laurel Hill Cemetery, please be respectful of the grounds.

#signsofspring #daffodils #laurenhillcemetary #sacomaine #themainebeaches
May 11, 2026 at 11:19 AM
jess-stetson.bsky.social
Day 129
#365project

I just really like this tree.

#tree #Baum #lonetree #spring #springtime #signsofspring #lake #estuary #mountains #naturelovers #nature #Natur #landscape #Landschaft #naturephotography #landscapephotography #photography #Fotografie #amateurphotography
A large, weathered multi-trunked tree with sparse green foliage overlooks an estuary estuary at low tide. In the background, a distant range of hazy blue hills under a bright sky with scattered clouds.
May 9, 2026 at 8:37 PM