Common prawn
The common prawn is a familiar sight to anyone who has spent time exploring rockpools - particularly their characteristic quick dart into the darkness just as you spot them!
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Smooth newt
You are likely to spot the smooth newt in your garden or local pond. It breeds in water in summer and spends the rest of the year in grassland and woodland, hibernating over winter.
NNF3 – Gilfach Nature Reserve – Climate adaptation and resilience through nature’s restoration - Information for Prospective Evaluators
We are looking for an independent, professional external evaluator to assess how the Gilfach Nature Reserve – Climate adaptation and resilience through nature’s restoration performs against its…
Dahlia anemone
With their beautiful striped tentacles, it's easy to see where dahlia anemones got their floral name from. Look out for them next time you're rockpooling!
My oasis
Growing up and living in the countryside for much of her life, Helen is used to big wide open spaces and loves being outside. She enjoys coming to the Centre for Wildlife Gardening, as it’s like…
RWT Warn of Catastrophe in Radnorshire's Rivers if Pollution Continues
Phosphate pollution will continue to kill aquatic life in Radnorshire’s rivers if the authority responsible for protecting them remains under-resourced.
The warning comes from Radnorshire…
Kelp forests
Forests of kelp sway in shallow sunlit waters, offering shelter to a host of sea life from tiny worms to juvenile fish.
Grass snake
The grass snake is our longest snake, but don't worry if you find one in the compost heap - it's harmless! Look out for this green and yellow beauty in grasslands and wetlands, too.
Whelk
The common whelk is the largest sea snail found in UK seas, though you're more likely to find the dry balls of empty whelk egg capsules washed up in strandlines.
Hedgehog Walk
Are you and your little ones ready to make a difference for wildlife? This spring, The Wildlife Trusts invites you to join The Hedgehog Walk! From 31st March to 13th April, take on the challenge of walking 3km while fundraising for wildlife along the way. With the support of Aardman and your favorite Timmy Time characters, you’ll not only enjoy the outdoors but also help create a safer world for hedgehogs, badgers, and more. Pre-register today to be the first to hear when sign up opens.
My soul food
For Dave, the mosslands are not only a place to watch and record birds, but evoke childhood memories of watching wildlife with his father. Only ten miles away from Greater Manchester, he’s always…
Climate friendly gardening
There are plenty of ways you can take action against climate change in your own backyard or local greenspace.