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Alder
Common alder can be found along riversides, and in fens and wet woodlands. Its exposed roots provide shelter for fish, and its rounded leaves are food for aquatic insects.
Alder buckthorn
An uncommon tree of wet woodlands, riverbanks and heathlands, Alder buckthorn displays pale green flowers in spring, and red berries that turn purple in autumn.
Alder fly
The Alder fly is a blackish invertebrate, with delicately veined wings that it folds over its body like a tent. It can be found near ponds and slow-flowing rivers; the larvae living in the silt at…
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We're taking on the care of two important areas of limestone pavement for their special wildlife
We're delighted to take over the management of two special nature reserves near Burton-in-Kendal
Sand eel
Sand eels are a hugely important part of our marine ecosystem. In fact, the fledgling success of our breeding seabirds entirely depends on them.
Species
Discover more about our amazing wildlife in the UK! Learn more about the plants and animals on your doorstep.
Giant goby
One of the UK’s rarest marine species, this giant of the rocky shore is a very special fish.
White-faced darter monitoring at Drumburgh Moss Nature Reserve
Are you looking to get up close and personal with one of the country’s most rare dragonfly species? If so, come and help us monitor the species; you don’t have to be a wildlife expert, anyone can…
White-faced darter monitoring at Drumburgh Moss Nature Reserve
Are you looking to get up close and personal with one of the country’s most rare dragonfly species? If so, come and help us monitor the species; you don’t have to be a wildlife expert, anyone can…
White-faced darter monitoring at Drumburgh Moss Nature Reserve
Are you looking to get up close and personal with one of the country’s most rare dragonfly species? If so, come and help us monitor the species; you don’t have to be a wildlife expert, anyone can…