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Common dog-violet
Our most familiar wild violet, the Common dog-violet can be spotted in a range of habitats from woodland to grassland, hedgerows to pastures. Its pansy-like, purple flowers appear from April to…
Happy World Wildlife Day!
Today marks World Wildlife Day! Our friends at Jordans tell you a bit more about this special day, and how they welcome wildlife on their farms, with the help of The Wildlife Trusts.
Heineken fly
A common hoverfly, the Heineken fly has a distinctively long snout that enables it to take nectar from deeper flowers, reaching the parts other hoverflies cannot reach! It frequents hedgerows,…
Beavers in Wales, what do YOU think?
The University of Exeter invites residents in Wales to take part in research investigating attitudes towards Eurasian Beaver (Castor fiber) in Wales.
Scots pine
The Scots pine is the native pine of Scotland and once stood in huge forests. It suffered large declines, however, as it was felled for timber and fuel. Today, it is making a comeback - good news…
Hermit crab
If you spot a crawling shell next time you're at the seaside, take a closer look… it might be a hermit crab!
Sand eel
Sand eels are a hugely important part of our marine ecosystem. In fact, the fledgling success of our breeding seabirds entirely depends on them.
Try wildlife yoga
Want to get active this 30 Days Wild? Give some of our wildlife yoga poses a try
Pale tussock
This large, fluffy-legged moth is often attracted to lights in May and June.
Orange underwing
This birch-loving moth can be seen flying on sunny days in early spring.
Swollen-thighed beetle
This metallic green beetle can be seen visiting flowers on sunny days in spring and summer.