Signs of spring: the Bluebell
Few sights and smells can be as characteristic of a Welsh spring season as a broadleaf woodland carpeted with bluebells and the heady scent that rises from them in the warmth of a fine day. Amongst the most widely recognised of our native flora, the bluebell is an indicator of ancient woodland- principally occurring in
New ways to Monitor Our Harvest Mice
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales’ have embarked on a new and innovative project designed to learn more about the elusive harvest mouse (Micromys minitus) at Parc Slip nature reserve near Bridgend. The project, which is being undertaken by WTSWW’s student placement, aims to identify the most effective survey methodology for the species
Fantastic Opportunity to Spot Marine Wildlife
Mid Pembrokeshire Group and Pembrokeshire Bird Group of the WTSWW are again combining this year to carry out three pelagic trips from Neyland on the superb boat Celtic Wildcat. These stunning trips out offer an opportunity to experience the awesome wildlife of this stretch of sea, they are one of the best wildlife safaris you
The Harvest Mice of Parc Slip
We have embarked on a new and innovative project designed to provide information on the elusive Harvest mouse (Micromys minitus) at Parc Slip nature reserve, near Bridgend with the help of Eloise Neighbour, student at Cardiff University. The project concentrates on the different methodology of surveying harvest mice, and has included a novel approach to
Ash Die Back – spotting in winter
We have heard a great deal on ash die back, how we think it may impact our ash trees across Wales and the rising concern as we start seeing more woodlands with the infection in across the British Isles. In our latest podcast Dr Lizzie Wilberforce, Conservation Manager, talks about how it could impact our
To hibernate or not to hibernate
As snow lay thickly on the ground this month in south Wales, in the cold and the dark, the warm temperatures, luxuriant growth and abundant resources of the summer months seem far away indeed. Even without the obvious impediment of snow, winter can be a challenging time for our wildlife. For some of our mammals,
