Snorkelling
Snorkelling can introduce you to another world of wildlife. The underwater environment is a different realm and with a buddy and some care, it can be explored safely.
Chwilio
Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
Chwilio
Living Seas
Living Seas is North Wales Wildlife Trust's vision for the seas of Wales. Find out all about our marine conservation work and any events or activities that we are running including snorkelling, beach cleans and rockpooling. There's lots of information about marine plants and animals - from seagrass to sharks! Find out how to become a marine conservation volunteer or become a Citizen Scientist through our Shoresearch project.
Arable fields
Most arable fields are large, featureless monocultures devoid of wildlife, but here and there are smaller fields and tucked away corners that are farmed less intensively, or are managed…
Sustainable Farming Scheme needs to do more for climate and nature
Today, Monday 25 November, the Welsh Government announces a revised version of the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) following months of negotiations.
My passion
Chris is the Southern Reserves Manager at Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust and leads a team of staff, wardens and volunteers in caring for our nature reserves in the South of Nottinghamshire. This…
Yellow corydalis
Yellow corydalis is a familiar 'weed' of gardens, walls and rocky places. It is a garden escapee in the UK, so is not a native plant. Try choosing natives for your garden to prevent…
Rocky habitat
Rocky habitats are some of the most natural and untouched places in the UK. Often high up in the hills and hard to reach, they are havens for some of our rarest wildlife.
Chamomile
Chamomile releases a beautiful, apple-like scent when crushed. For this reason, it was used in Elizabethan times as a plant for lawns and seats! Today, it is scarce in the wild, its grassland…
Common whitebeam
Common whitebeam is not a common tree, despite its name. It can be found growing wild in a variety of habitats, but is also planted in towns and gardens. Look for shiny, oval leaves with white…
My recovery
After undergoing brain surgery, Simone suffered from severe headaches and was worried that she would find volunteering with Durham Wildlife Trust too strenuous; in fact, she has found that the…
Greylag goose
The greylag goose can be easily spotted around parks, gravel pits and river valleys, but these populations tend to be semi-tame, having been reintroduced. Truly wild populations can be found in…
Rivers
From otters to freshwater shrimps, all animals are dependant on an abundant and reliable supply of clean water. Rivers sustain the natural environment, wildlife and people in equal measure.