How to feed garden birds safely
The RSPB have updated their guidance on feeding garden birds to reduce the spread of disease causing worrying declines in Britain’s finches.
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Weekly wild news from our reserves
We’re still in lockdown, but our reserves teams are still able to carry our wildlife surveys, as well as livestock and safety checks following government guidelines.
Weekly wild news from our reserves, 8th May
We’re still in lockdown, but our reserves teams are still able to carry our wildlife surveys, as well as livestock and safety checks following government guidelines.
Starling murmurations, a seasonal spectacle
By grouping together, starlings have safety in numbers. Predators such as sparrowhawks and peregrine falcons can find it hard to target a single bird as they gather in hypnotising flocks. Large…
Weekly wild news from our reserves - 9 December 2022
There have been stunning views this week, whilst our wardens and volunteers have been busy with coppicing, tree safety work and livestock checks. They also spotted otters, a bittern and Eurasian…
Weekly wild news from our reserves - 25 February 2022
Storms Eunice and Franklin took centre stage this week, with all hands on deck helping with site checks and tree safety work. The reserve teams also witnessed more exciting bird life, created a…
Weekly wild news from our reserves - 30 September 2022
This week our wardens saw invertebrates galore; including a royal midget moth, hornets’ nest, wasps’ nest, lesser stag beetle, a clouded yellow and several wall brown butterflies. Meanwhile, work…
Storm Eunice - update
In the wake of Storm Eunice there are likely to be trees and branches down on our 50 nature reserves. We will check for damage on reserves as quickly as possible. In the meantime, we strongly…
My dinner party
Niamh loves to feed the birds, so makes natural feeders out of pinecones and berries, to help them through the winter. She’ll tie this to a branch so that the birds can feast from it safely.
Wasp spider
The wasp spider is a great mimic - looking just like a common wasp keeps it safe from predators, even though it is not dangerous itself. It can be found in southern England, but is spreading north…
Guillemot
Guillemots really know how to live life on the edge – quite literally! They nest tightly packed on steep ledges and cliffs around the coast. This may sound like a strange nesting spot, but it…
Hedgehog Walk
Are you and your little ones ready to make a difference for wildlife? This spring, The Wildlife Trusts invites you to join The Hedgehog Walk! From 30th March to 30th April, take on the challenge of walking 3km while fundraising for wildlife along the way. With the support of Aardman and your favorite Timmy Time characters, you’ll not only enjoy the outdoors but also help create a safer world for hedgehogs, badgers, and more. Pre-register today to be the first to hear when sign up opens.