My laboratory
Nora’s study of bird behaviour explores how small bird communities flock together to ward off larger predators. Nature has many things to teach us and is now widely acknowledged as a key…
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Brownfield
The uncontainable nature of wildlife is perhaps clearest in brownfield sites – previously developed land that is not currently in use. The crumbling concrete of abandoned factories, disused power…
Award-winning green spaces revealed
Severn Farm Pond Nature Reserve achieves coveted Green Flag Community Award
Wild Skills Wild Spaces (WSWS)
An award-winning nature for wellbeing project
Yellowhammer
Like many of our farmland birds, the yellowhammer has declined in number in recent years. Spot this bright yellow bird singing from the top of a bush or fence, or in a mixed-species flock in…
Mauve stinger
This species can pack a powerful sting, so be sure not to get too close!
Spotted ray
The spotted ray is one of the smallest species of skate, growing to only 80 cm.
Mice to meet you!
Mammal expert Stuart Edmunds introduces the four species of mice you can see in the UK.
Montagu’s sea snail
Although, commonly referred to as a ‘sea snail,’ this species in fact belongs to the fish family!
Harlequin ladybird
A non-native species originating from Asia, the harlequin ladybird is prevalent in towns and gardens.
Sea mat
These mat like growths found on kelp and seaweed are actually colonies of tiny individuals animals.
Oyster drill
This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.