It’s not just humans whose lifestyles are changing due to technology - birds are now spreading their wings and getting in on the action too.

Thanks to a generous gift from Reli Technologies, Birdworld residents are about to have their nests feathered with smart birdhouses and feeders.

The high-tech upgrades will help the park in its conservation efforts, supporting both its endangered species breeding programmes and the local wild bird population.

The first boxes will be utilised for penguins, toucans, flamingos, cockatoos, lovebirds, emus, and owls. It will allow park staff to capture videos of them in their enclosures engaging in activities such as feeding, grooming, and potentially raising offspring.

The birdhouses feature AI species recognition, live streaming and time-lapse photography, creating a new perspective to get up close and personal with the birds.

Smart Bird houses and feeders will be set up in time for the nesting and breeding season in spring 2025, so keep an eagle eye out for the videos on Birdworld’s website and social media.

James Robson, general manager of Birdworld, said: “This partnership is a perfect example of tech meeting tweets, proving that innovative ideas can truly help protect our planet’s precious wildlife.

“A huge thank you to Reli for their generosity and for helping us bring these stories to life.”

He said the park would be “sharing the amazing footage captured by these smart birdhouses and the positive impact they’re having on conservation”.

Birdworld, based near Farnham, recently announced a £40million refurbishment scheme.