Ptarmigan
The ptarmigan is a master of disguise - matching its Highland surroundings perfectly by turning snow-white in winter and rock-grey in summer. It is confined to the mountains of Scotland, so is…
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Dredging up the past – why have we stopped dredging rivers?
There is one question that comes up time and time again as I meet people as part of the Wilder Lugg project – why do we not dredge the rivers anymore? And it is a valid question; dredging was once…
Increased wildfires in Mid Wales
What is a wildfire? In the UK it is defined as an “uncontrolled fire that burns vegetation, such as grass, heather, woodland, crops and scrubland”. This year in Mid Wales there have been…
Grayling
The grayling is one of our largest brown butterflies and a master of disguise - its cryptic colouring helps to camouflage it against bare earth and stones in its coastal habitats and on inland…
Myth-busting bats, newts and the economy vs nature protections
There has been widespread misinformation blaming nature as a blocker to growth in the run up to the Chancellor’s speech this week, writes Joe Keegan, public affairs officer at The Wildlife Trusts…
Where the Rivers Sing: Protecting Wales’ Lifeblood
A blog written by our ambassador for Saint Davids Day about rivers and their connection to the welsh landscape, heritage and biodiversity.
Pill woodlouse
The defensive mechanism of the pill woodlouse is very recognisable - it curls itself into a tight ball, only showing its plated armour to its attacker. It is an important recycler of nutrients,…
My neighbourhood
Sir David Attenborough has travelled the world in search of wildlife and wild spaces. But much closer to home, he can explore the hidden woodland at Crane Park Island, discover flying stag beetles…
My show and tell
In his few years of angling and rock pooling, Archie's made good friends with fish, crabs, limpets and anemones. And he's finding new mates all the time.
White-legged snake millipede
Found in compost heaps and under stones in gardens, the white-legged snake millipede is a common minibeast. Despite its name, it has about 100 legs. It is an important recycler of nutrients,…
Wilder Lugg, one year later: understanding river health
River health is a complex issue, and after one year of working on the Wilder Lugg Project, I’ve gained valuable insights into the many interconnected factors at play. From soil health to land…
Bittern
The shy and retiring bittern is a master of blending in and can be very difficult to spot in its reedbed home. It does sound like a booming foghorn, however, when it calls, so can often be heard…