Birds on the move
For many birdwatchers, autumn is the most exciting time of year. But what are they so excited about?
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Chwilio
Coed Gawdir, Aberdulais, Neath/Port Talbot
An acidic pond, within an ancient woodland site under restoration.
Galls: what, why, and where to find them
People and Wildlife Officer, Gretchen, tells us all about galls, how they form and where to spot them this autumn.
Greater Butterfly Orchid Count
We are delighted to report a bumper number of greater butterfly orchids this year at Carmel Nature Reserve.
Pink waxcap
This beautiful pink fungus appears in late summer and autumn.
Llyn Fach, Rhigos Road, Neath Port Talbot
The nature reserve features a large nutrient-poor glacial lake, overlooked by dramatic north-east facing cliffs and scree, dotted with rowan trees. The damp and shady outcrops, ledges and crevices…
Red Jacket Fen, Llandarcy, Neath/Port Talbot
Open water, lowland fen, and wet woodland.
Common rosefinch
The common rosefinch is a rare visitor to the UK, usually passing through in autumn.
Another record-breaking year on Skomer: what it takes to count 52,019 Puffins
The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales announces another record-breaking year on Skomer Island, with 52,019 Puffins recorded in this year’s count, beating the previous record of 43,626 set…
Curlew sandpiper
This elegant wader is an uncommon autumn visitor, often joining flocks of dunlin.
Giant puffball
This football-sized fungus can be seen in autumn, sometimes growing on grass verges.
Remembering Our Friend John Steer
It is with great sadness that we have to report on the sudden passing of one of our longest serving volunteers, aged 76, John Steer.