Violet coral
The branching, finger-like projections of this fungus give it the appearance of an underwater coral. Its striking colour and form make it easy to spot, but it is scarce in the UK.
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Chwilio
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…
E-news from Radnorshire
Read our e-newsletters and find out what what's going on in Radnorshire Wildlife Trust
Spiked shieldbug
The spiked shieldbug has fearsome shoulder projections or 'spikes' and a predatory nature. This brown bug feeds on caterpillars and other insects in woodlands and on heathlands.
Hornet mimic hoverfly
With black-and-yellow markings, the hornet mimic hoverfly looks like its namesake, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it searches for nectar.
My vocation
Elaine has spent her life surrounded by wild places; when she started to volunteer with BBOWT she realised that nature conservation was the job of her dreams. As well as looking after nine nature…
My focus
For her A-Level Photography project, Emily-Jane is taking images of the landscapes that she loves; combining her two passions – photography and wildlife – so she can express herself in creative…
Drone-fly
With brown-and-orange markings, the Drone-fly looks like a male Honeybee, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it searches for nectar in gardens and urban…
Talk by George McGavin
As part of our AGM join us for a talk by entomologist Dr George McGavin entitled 'What have insects ever done for us?'
The Great Big Nature Survey 2024/25
The Wildlife Trusts would love to hear your opinions on how nature makes you feel, and what you think we as a society should (or shouldn’t) be doing to protect it.
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Hornet robberfly
With black-and-yellow markings, the Hornet robberfly looks like its namesake, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it perches in the open, waiting for its…
Gilfach Car Parking
Information about parking at Gilfach Nature Reserve.