The high and lows of Cemlyn in summer 2023
2023 was certainly a mixed season at Cemlyn and as this year's wardens - Mark, Dawn, Hannah & Ruth - say a fond farewell, they look back on the summer
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Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
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Cwrs garddio er budd bywyd gwyllt
Ydych chi eisiau troi eich gardd neu lecyn gwyrdd yn hafan i fywyd gwyllt? Rydyn ni’n cynnig Cwrs Garddio Er Budd Bywyd Gwyllt 8 wythnos yn nhiroedd hardd Gardd Fotaneg Treborth ym Mangor.
Wild privet
Wild privet is a shrub of hedgerows, woodlands and scrub, but is also a popular garden-hedge plant. It has white flowers in summer and matt-black berries in winter that are very poisonous.
Taking a lead - Wildlife and dogs at Cemlyn
A key role for the Cemlyn wardens is engaging with the visiting public and this often involves advising on dog walking. Here we consider some of the impacts of dogs on wildlife.
My memories
Richard used to work in the docks across the water from Thurrock Thameside Nature Park. Since his wife died, he likes to get away from the hustle and bustle, coming out with his dog to escape and…
Map arolwg garddio bwywd gwyllt
Map rhyngweithiol yn dangos rhwydwaith garddi ar gyfer budd bywyd gwyllt yng Ngogledd Cymru.
Violet ground beetle
Violet ground beetles are active predators, coming out at night to hunt slugs and other invertebrates in gardens, woodlands and meadows.
Meadow buttercup
Meadow buttercup is a tall and stately buttercup, with buttery-yellow flowers that pepper meadows, pastures, gardens and parks with little drops of sunshine.
'Re-tern' of the season
Hear all the news from the tern colony at Cemlyn Nature Reserve from 2024 at this online talk and get a sneak peek into the upcoming summer season
Mammal mysteries
Have you spotted any mysterious tracks or unexplained droppings? Solve the case with some tips from Darren Tansley, the Mammal Detective.
The Wales Resilient Ecological Network continues!!
The Wales Resilient Ecological Network (WaREN) has received new funding and will be continuing its important work to tackle invasive species across Wales. Discover what's new with WaREN, how…
My out of office
When Andrew gets away from his desk, he likes to escape to the Gunnersbury Triangle Nature Reserve. From bramble bashing to bonfire building and clearing ponds, he’s always learning new ways to…