Oyster reintroduction on the Humber Estuary
Amy Pickford, one of our Living Seas Volunteers in 2019, has moved on to new pastures. Here she gives a summary of the native oyster reintroduction work she's been doing with our colleagues…
Chwilio
Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
Chwilio
Beaver
Beavers are the engineers of the animal world, creating wetlands where wildlife can thrive. After a 400-year absence, beavers are back in Britain!
Black sea bream
The black sea bream really is a fascinating fish. From sex changes to nest building, this fish is full of surprises!
Lightbulb sea squirt
The lightbulb sea squirt is common around much of the UK. Its easy to see where its name came from!
Sophia's Blog
Many of our Living Seas Champions help the Living Seas Wales team on events and activities across North Wales and a few are so keen and informed that they continue to educate, enthuse and engage…
Tirwedd Fyw Alun a Chwiler
The Alun and Chwiler Living Landscape scheme aims to create, connect and enhance habitats within the catchments of the Afon Alun and Afon Chwiler, with a focus on woodlands, especially where they can improve water resource management within the respective catchments.
Grey squirrel
The grey squirrel was introduced into the UK in the 1800s. It provides an easy encounter with wildlife for many people, but can be damaging to woodlands and has contributed to the decline of the…
Lady fern
One of the prettiest hardy ferns, the lady fern is delicate and lacy, with ladder-like foliage. It makes a good garden fern, providing attractive cover for wildlife.
Hen harrier
The hen harrier has been severely persecuted for taking game species and has suffered massive declines in numbers as a result. Thankfully, conservation projects are underway to reduce conflict…
Sea mat
These mat like growths found on kelp and seaweed are actually colonies of tiny individuals animals.
Sea mouse
This strange furry creature often found washed ashore after storms is actually a kind of worm!
Sea slater
These little critters are related to the woodlice you find in your garden and play a very important role on rocky shores.