Search

Page

Where to see wildlife in the summer

Summer is a time of colour. By day, colours zip and dart along the waterside as kingfishers and dragonflies go about their business of hunting. Butterflies flit between flowers, reptiles bask in the sun, and seabirds clamour on the cliffsides. The activity goes on under cover of darkness - bats sweep swiftly through the air, natterjacks chatter and nightjars churr, while glow-worms adorn the night with pinpricks of light.
Species

Welsh poppy

The Welsh poppy is a plant of damp and shady places, roadsides and hillsides. It is also a garden escapee. It flowers over summer, attracting nectar-loving insects.

Newyddion

Wildlife Wins in 2021

It's been a hard year for many, including the planet! But let's spread some joy and look at all the positive things that happened for nature in 2021.

Action

Keep wildlife safe this Halloween

Halloween is often a great time for spooky family fun, but unfortunately it is often full of plastic and waste. Here are some ways to enjoy the spooky season without harming wildlife.

Action

Grow wildlife-friendly herbs

Planting herbs will attract important pollinators into your garden, which will, in turn, attract birds and small mammals looking for a meal.

Species

Snake's-head fritillary

The nodding, pink-and-purple-chequered flowers of the snake's-head fritillary are said to resemble a snake, hence the name. Declining with the loss of our meadows, this delicate plant can be…

Page

12 Days Wild - Wildlife Trusts

Take part in The Wildlife Trusts' 12 Days of Wild Christmas! We're encouraging everyone to spend 12 Days Wild this year, and get outdoors during the festive period. Sign up and we'll give you lots of advice and tips to help you to take part.
Page

Where to see year round wildlife

Whatever the season, it's always the right time to explore somewhere wild. Find the best of British wildlife to see all year round.