Hugh shares his thriving wildlife garden and how he's taking action on his doorstep.
This wading bird is a rare visitor from North America, usually spotted in autumn.
The dark green, straight and spiky stems of common club-rush or 'bulrush' are a familiar wetland sight. They are ideal for weaving and were traditionally used to make baskets, seats and…
This tiny wading bird is most often seen in autumn, feeding on the muddy margins of wetlands.
Escaped or intentionally freed from fur farms in the 1960s, the American mink is now well established in the UK. Its carnivorous nature is a threat to our native water vole and seabird populations…
The Leyland cypress, or 'Leylandii', is a notorious tree that has been widely planted for its fast-growing nature. It easily can get out of control, shading gardens at the expense of…
For many birdwatchers, autumn is the most exciting time of year. But what are they so excited about?
This wading bird is mainly a visitor on its spring and autumn migration, though a small number nest in Scotland.
The bramble is the thorny shrub of hedges, woods and scrub that gives us delicious blackberries in autumn. Gathering wild food can be fun, but it's best to do it with an expert - come along…
The spiked shieldbug has fearsome shoulder projections or 'spikes' and a predatory nature. This brown bug feeds on caterpillars and other insects in woodlands and on heathlands.
