Lakes
Lakes come in many forms: some are splendid and clear, while others are more reminiscent of a murky swamp. Each lake is strongly influenced by the underlying lakebed and the surrounding landscape…
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From the uplands of Yorkshire to the lowest point in England: Yorkshire Peat Partnership flies the Great Fen
From Holme Fen, the lowest point in the country sitting at 2.75 metres below sea level, the distant drumming of woodpeckers can be heard echoing over the fields. The landscape is wide and flat and…
Celebrities back last chance for UK Government to fulfil promise to ban sale of peat
• Today’s bill is UK Government’s last chance to ban sale of peat before election as promised
• Alison Steadman, Iolo Williams & Cel Spellman join The Wildlife Trusts in urging MPs to…
Scots pine
The Scots pine is the native pine of Scotland and once stood in huge forests. It suffered large declines, however, as it was felled for timber and fuel. Today, it is making a comeback - good news…
How to use less plastic
Plastic waste and its damaging effect on our seas and natural world has been big news recently. Here's what you can you do about it.
King diving beetle
Britain's largest 'diving beetle' is an impressive creature, though it's not easy to find.
Giant goby
One of the UK’s rarest marine species, this giant of the rocky shore is a very special fish.
Marsh fritillary
This beautiful butterfly is one of our rarest, now mostly restricted to the western parts of the UK.
Oyster drill
This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.
Spiny starfish
Our largest starfish, the spiny starfish can reach an impressive diameter of 70cm!
Marsh frog
Europe's largest frog is not naturally found in the UK, but was introduced to Kent and has spread throughout the southeast.