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General Election Action Volunteers
A general election is due in 2024 and this is the most important election for the natural world in our lifetime. You have an opportunity to call on all political parties to put restoring nature,…
Discover incredible insects at Eycott Hill Nature Reserve
Cumbria Wildlife Trust are inviting wildlife detectives of all ages to discover incredible insects at a free family event at Eycott Hill Nature Reserve near Penrith on Sunday 8th July.
More action needed to combat – and cope with – avian flu
The Wildlife Trusts call for a new approach to poultry farming
Taking action for nature in Ambleside with help from a flexible friend | Case study
Water stick insect
The water stick insect looks just like a mantis. An underwater predator, it uses its front legs to catch its prey. Its tail acts as a kind of 'snorkel', so it can breathe in the water.…
Several sunny days, witnessed some drone action and helped with the new marine trainee recruitment process
This month, February, has flown by! I’ve enjoyed several sunny days, witnessed some drone action and helped with the recruitment process for the next six marine trainees.
Wilder Future actions
How can we prevent an insect apocalypse?
Prof Dave Goulson, the leading national expert in bumblebee and pollinator ecology, explains why insects are in decline and suggests how we should tackle this crisis
Weird warm spell in February prompts wildlife to spring into action too early
The warm weather we had this February has caused lots of wildlife to appear earlier than it normally would.