Spotted ray
The spotted ray is one of the smallest species of skate, growing to only 80 cm.
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My calling
Living in the rocky uplands of mid Wales, Emma regularly walks her farm checking not only on the livestock but seeing the seasonal changes in the wildlife and landscape too. The upland habitats of…
Round-leaved sundew
The carnivorous lifestyle of the round-leaved sundew makes this heathland plant a fascinating species. The round leaves have sticky, 'dew'-covered tendrils that tempt in unsuspecting…
Montagu’s sea snail
Although, commonly referred to as a ‘sea snail,’ this species in fact belongs to the fish family!
Common butterwort
The carnivorous lifestyle of common butterwort makes this heathland plant a fascinating species. Its leaves excrete a sticky fluid that tempts unsuspecting insects to land and become its prey.
Harlequin ladybird
A non-native species originating from Asia, the harlequin ladybird is prevalent in towns and gardens.
What we do
Protecting wildlife in Radnorshire
Nature Reserves, habitat restoration, saving species
Bringing people closer to nature
Education, volunteering, health and well being
Nature Reserves, habitat restoration, saving species
Bringing people closer to nature
Education, volunteering, health and well being
Oyster drill
This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.
Long spined sea scorpion
Masters of disguise, this species exhibits one of the best examples of camouflage you will find on the seashore!
Tansy beetle
This jewel like leaf beetle is an incredibly scarce species which is only found in wetland habitats.
Daisy anemone
It is easy to be confused by these flower-like animals with flowery names! The ‘daisy’ anemone is one of the larger UK anemone species!
The path to valuing our wildlife
Thanks to the tireless efforts of our brilliant volunteers, Pentwyn has now hit 1,000 recorded species!
Volunteer Jon Conradi shares his reflections after unknowingly capturing the 1,000th…