Corkwing wrasse
One of the most striking and beautiful reef species found in the UK!
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Common laburnum
Common laburnum is an introduced species, planted in parks and gardens. It is most recognisable in flower - its hanging bunches of yellow blooms giving it the name 'Golden rain'. It is…
Fennel
Fennel has feathery leaves and open, umbels of yellow flowers. It was probably introduced by the Romans for culinary use, and is now a naturalised species of verges, waste ground and sand dunes.…
Cucumber spider
There are several species of cucumber spider, recognised by their bright green abdomen.
Wet woodland
Wet woodlands in the UK can be wild, secretive places. Tangles of trailing creepers, tussocky sedges and lush tall-herbs conceal swampy pools and partially submerged fallen willow trunks, likely…
My outer space
By filming Kimmeridge Bay's underwater wildlife, Andy's on a mission to open our eyes to the magic and diversity that lies hidden just below the surface. He's proud to show how…
Eyebright
Eyebright has small, white flowers with purple veins and yellow centres. It likes short grasslands, from clifftops to heaths, and is one of a number of species and hybrids that are hard to tell…
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.
Identify birds of prey
The UK is home to a variety of birds of prey - predatory birds equipped with sharp talons and hooked bills. This page will help you identify common birds of prey as well as some rarer species.
My calling
Living in the rocky uplands of mid Wales, Emma regularly walks her farm checking not only on the livestock but seeing the seasonal changes in the wildlife and landscape too. The upland habitats of…
New report provides important record of the state of Gwent’s wildlife
A thought-provoking new report, published on Wednesday 21st July, has looked at the breadth of wildlife in Gwent, recording the ecological successes and identifying those species most at risk.
Mauve stinger
This species can pack a powerful sting, so be sure not to get too close!