Melancholy thistle
As its name suggests, the Melancholy thistle was once used to treat 'melancholia' (depression). Today, it can be found in upland hay meadows showing off its single, purple, thistle-like…
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Chwilio
Reed sweet-grass
Reed sweet-grass is a towering grass with large, loose flower heads that can be found on marshy ground near rivers, streams and ponds. It can become invasive, but does shelter various aquatic…
Wild angelica
The red-tinged, flower clusters of Wild angelica smell just like the garden variety, which is used in making cake decorations. Wild angelica likes damp places, such as wet meadows and wet…
Move like wildlife and get active outdoors - 30 Days Wild 2025
During week two of 30 Days Wild 2025, The Wildlife Trusts are encouragaging everyone to move like wildlife and get active outdoors. Find lots of ideas as to what you can do - whether you've 10 minutes, an hour or more.
Burnet companion
This day-flying moth is found on flowery meadows, often in the company of other moths and butterflies.
The Great Big Nature Survey
The Wildlife Trusts are running a survey to find out what people in the UK really think about nature and how we, as a society, should protect it. Results will also help The Wildlife Trusts to hold the government to account over its environmental policies and priorities.
St George's mushroom
A lovely pale cream colour to begin with these stout mushrooms begin to turn a buff colour and the cap surface will crack as they age.
Learn about wildlife - 30 Days Wild
During week three of 30 Days Wild 2025, The Wildlife Trusts are encouragaging everyone to learn more about nature and the UK wildlife around them. Find lots of ideas as to what you can do - whether you've 10 minutes, an hour or more.
Common dandelion
The common dandelion is a most familiar flower: counting down the 'clock', while blowing the fluffy seeds from its head, is a favourite childhood game. Dandelions are an important early…
How development can help wildlife
Building with wildlife in mind can have big benefits for people as well – research has shown that contact with nature is good for our health and wellbeing. Green spaces can also improve air quality, lower flood risk and provide places for the local community to come together.
Helping wildlife at home - 30 Days Wild
During week one of 30 Days Wild 2025, The Wildlife Trusts are encouragaging everyone taking part to complete small actions that helps wildlife where they live and work. Find lots of ideas as to what you can do - whether you've 10 minutes, an hour or more.
Frogbit
Frogbit looks like a mini water-lily as it floats on the surface of ponds, lakes and still waterways. It offers shelter to tadpoles, fish and dragonfly larve.