Rare British Bird List | Red Listed Species UK | 2020
Many of the now rare British bird species included within this list were once a common sight, flitting in droves from the fields and hedgerows across our diverse little Island.…
Many of the now rare British bird species included within this list were once a common sight, flitting in droves from the fields and hedgerows across our diverse little Island.…
This morning’s dog walk was marred by a sad sight - A massive Sycamore tree lying horizontal across our usual path, presumably downed by last night’s winds. Of course it’s…
By current estimates there are currently more than 10,000 species of tree worldwide threatened with extinction. Of those 10,000, many are hanging on by a thread, their populations down to…
We as a species have always been fascinated by the unknown. The deepest depths of the ocean, the cold expanses of space - Our curiosity has never, and likely will…
Hedgehogs. Despite their prickly appearance, there’s just something about the humble hedgehog which is so cute. In recent years they’ve even taken off as an in demand exotic pet, weedling…
Mesophytes, Hydrophytes & Xerophytes - Quite the mouthful. When this once puzzled gardener came across these mysterious words, well, he didn’t have the foggiest what he was looking at. They…
British Wild Flowers. This country wouldn’t be half as beautiful without them. Anyone who’s stumbled upon a surprise patch of bluebells tucked underneath a canopy of ancient Oaks will know…
In a hurry? Scroll down for Species Overview, Local History & Spotters Guide to the National Bird of Wales. Did anyone else simply wake up one day, interested in bird…
Butterflies, I’ve yet to meet anyone who doesn’t love the sight of them drifting through the garden. They’re almost certainly up there with Ladybirds and Bumblebees as the world's most…
In a hurry? Scroll down for a bullet-point summary of how to attract ladybirds into your garden this year. Ladybirds. Beautiful little bugs that - for this insect-obsessed writer at…