Gwent Wildlife Trust’s statement on Ash Dieback disease
Gwent Wildlife Trust’s statement on Ash Dieback
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Field wood-rush
Field wood-rush is a short rush that forms tufts in grassy places, such as lawns, parks and downlands. A defining characteristic is its leaf-like leaves that are fringed with long, white hairs.…
Historic moment for Welsh beavers
The Wildlife Trusts in Wales and Beaver Trust warmly welcome new Welsh Government legislation recognising the Eurasian beaver (Castor fiber) as a native species and granting it protected status –…
Petitions Committee responds to Gwent Wildlife Trust petition and urgent requests
The Senedd Petitions Committee has agreed to address the urgent need to protect the Gwent Levels Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), and to ask Minister Julie James, for essential…
Freshwater pearl mussel
Freshwater pearl mussels spend their adult lives anchored to the river bed, filtering water through their gills and improving the quality of the water for other species.
Dogs at Gwent Wildlife Trust Nature Reserves.
Please be aware that dogs must be on a lead and under control when at GWT nature reserves.
Nature photos sought by Gwent Wildlife Trust.
We're running our annual photography competition and are appealing for entries for this year’s event.
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.
Purple moor-grass and rush pasture
This distinctive type of damp pasture is generally found on commons, as a component of lowland fen, or in undeveloped corners of otherwise intensively farmed landscapes.
A Starter for 10!
Between now and 2030, Gwent Wildlife trust are focusing on 10 vulnerable species, with the aim of making a real measurable difference in their fortunes.
Yew never know - a first for Wales.
Whilst out on one of his regular walks, supporter, member and Trust event guide, Neville Davies, was delighted to find a species of fungi new to Wales. In a special blog for us he reveals more…
Common eelgrass
This seagrass species is a kind of flowering plant that lives beneath the sea, providing an important habitat for many rare and wonderful species.