Sea-buckthorn
Sea-buckthorn is a spiny, thicket-forming shrub of sand dunes. It's native to the east coast of England but considered an invasive species elsewhere. It is most obvious in autumn when it is…
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Chwilio
Black snail beetle
This shiny beetle is common in wooded areas throughout the UK. As the name suggests, it specialises in hunting snails.
The Wern
From sweeping views over the Monnow Valley to microcosms of plants and minibeasts living on the dry stone walls, there’s a lot to discover at this reserve.
Slipper limpet
These non-native limpets arrived from America in the 19th century and are now widespread in the UK. They form stacks and have a specially adapted shell which, when flipped upside down, looks like…
My guitar
Ruaridh loves playing in the woods – here everything can be anything and he can let his imagination run wild.
Sixth Otter Survey of Wales Report
An Natural Resources Wales (NRW) Evidence Report on the findings of the sixth Otter Survey of Wales has just been published, showing declines in signs of otter across Wales.
Events
Find your local Wildlife Trust event and get stuck in to wild activities, talks, walks and much more.
Branches Fork Meadows
With its oak woodland and grasslands full of fascinating plants and insects, this reserve offers a peace and tranquillity that belies its location on the edge of Pontnewynydd town.
Adroddiad newydd yn gofnod pwysig o gyflwr bywyd gwyllt yng Ngwent
Mae adroddiad newydd pwysig a gyhoeddwyd ddydd Mercher 21 Gorffennaf, wedi edrych ar rychwant y bywyd gwyllt yng Ngwent, cofnodi’r llwyddiannau ecolegol a dynodi’r rhywogaethau hynny sydd mewn…
Henllys Bog
A small but perfectly formed valley mire, full of rare and interesting plants. Encircled by alder and beech trees, this reserve has a wonderful feeling of seclusion and tranquillity.
My commute
Richard could stick to the road on his commute, but taking a shortcut through the woods is far more relaxing, even if he does get muddy trousers.
Woodcock
Sometimes known as the snipe of the woods, the exquisitely camouflaged woodcock is mainly nocturnal, hiding in the dense undergrowth of woodlands and heathlands during the day.