Ring is giving away FREE outdoor cameras worth £80 – and it only takes 30 seconds to apply
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Ring wants to support birdwatching across the UK
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Bird species like Greenfinch have experienced declines in recent years
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But Gen Z and Millennials can apply to get one totally free in an effort to encourage help with an important conservation effort.
The Amazon-owned firm is mostly associated with home security.
But it turns out hundreds of
In a fresh twist, Ring has teamed up with RSPB to support remote birdwatching in the UK.
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Data from the RSPB
"The decline of key British bird species like the Starling and Greenfinch highlights the urgent need for conservation efforts across the UK," said Emma Marsh, the RSPB's director of digital technology and communications.
"Remote birdwatching plays a crucial role in raising awareness and connecting people to nature, and every sighting contributes to our understanding and protection of these vital species."
A study suggests a growing interest in birds among younger generations, with a quarter (24 per cent) of under-35s planning to begin birdwatching.
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So, Ring is giving away 50 video cameras to those aged between 18 and 35 years-old.
All you have to do is
Ring introduces new doorbell security features
Those who have a Ring Home subscription and manage to capture footage of
priority species - including
- are encouraged to share their footage with the RSPB.
"Ring is best known for keeping neighbourhoods safer, but we're always impressed by how our devices can capture remarkable wildlife footage," said Dave Ward, Managing Director EU & International at Ring.
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"We hope that collaborating with the RSPB will raise important awareness of declining bird species, while encouraging customers of all ages to enjoy the benefits of connecting with nature from wherever they are."
RSPB tips to support bird conservation
Install bird-friendly habitats, like nest boxes and feeding stations
Keep gardens and green spaces wildlife-friendly by planting native flora
Submit your sightings from Ring devices of key species like Song Thrush and Greenfinch using the 'Share' feature
Image credit: Ring / RSPB
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