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When he’s not studying at Cumbria University, Ian enjoys volunteering at Thacka Beck. As well as being great for wildlife, this wetland nature reserve helps protects Penrith from flooding when the…
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Binocular Demo Day with Viking Optics
Come down and discover our range of binoculars from Viking Optics.
Wildlife Live Webinars
Wildlife Live Webinars are a series of online events on a range of wildlife topics. We use the Zoom platform for our Webinars and, when you book, you will receive instructions on how to join the event from the comfort of your own home.
Cuckoo wrasse
One of the most colourful fish in UK seas, the cuckoo wrasse looks like it belongs in the tropics. Don't be fooled though, it's very much a native species.
Pink sea fan
Did you know we have colourful corals in UK seas? Pink sea fans are a type of horny coral - related to the sea fans found in the tropics. Don't be fooled by their name though, pink sea fans…
Ban on pesticide upheld to protect bees
Suffolk Wildlife Trust is thrilled with the news that the UK Government has upheld the ban on thiamethoxam - a banned "neonic" pesticide highly toxic to bees, pollinators, and river life…
Lily-of-the-valley
A beautifully scented plant, the arching stems and bell-shaped flowers of Lily-of-the-valley can be seen in many woodlands. Despite its delicate appearance, this plant is highly toxic.
Bittersweet
Bittersweet is a nightshade, so is toxic; its bright red berries may be tempting, but can cause serious illness. Found in hedgerows and gardens, it has purple flowers with yellow stamens.
Common bird's-foot-trefoil
Common bird's-foot-trefoil has a vareity of names that conjure up some interesting images: 'Eggs and Bacon', for instance! Its small, yellow, slipper-like flowers can be seen in all…
A Wilder Suffolk – updated reserves book for members
We are offering a free copy of our new reserves book as a celebration of our 60th year and thank you to all our members. Your e-book is available now and, if you prefer, printed copies will be…
Oarweed
The tops of Oarweed fronds can be spotted floating on low tides. Kelp beds are an important habitat, providing shelter for many other marine creatures.
Herring gull
The herring gull is the typical 'seagull' of our seaside resorts, though our coastal populations have declined in recent decades.