Sand lizard
The sand lizard is extremely rare due to the loss of its sandy heath and dune habitats. Reintroduction programmes have helped establish new populations.
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Chwilio
My world
I'm Gemma, the Marine Conservation Apprentice at Cornwall Wildlife Trust. Originally from the Channel Islands, I've grown up stumbling over the rocky shore and snorkelling over hazy…
Upland calcareous grassland
Limited in distribution, this sweetly-scented, short-cropped, springy grassland is famed for its abundance of rare and scarce species.
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales secures vital Shared Prosperity Funding to enhance key attractions
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW) is thrilled to announce significant improvements to three of its key attractions, made possible by successful funding through the UK Government’s…
Sand and gravel
Sand and gravel can be found from the shoreline down to the deep sea, attracting a host of burrowing creatures.
Webcams
Our wildlife webcams give a fantastic insight into the lives of some of our precious island animals. From courtship to nesting, and even hatching! Be warned - it's addictive viewing!
Summer at the Welsh Wildlife Centre
Join us for a fun-filled summer holiday at the Welsh Wildlife Centre. Take part in hands-on activities, enjoy the Teifi Marshes nature reserve, and learn about our wonderful Welsh Wildlife.
Sand mason worm
This worm builds its own home out of bits of shell and sand. It can be spotted on the shore all around the UK.
My windswept lands
BBC presenter, Ben Garrod, loves Norfolk’s huge skies, breath-taking beauty and its untamed wild side. So much so he has become Norfolk Wildlife Trust’s first Ambassador, helping to inspire others…
Upland mixed ash wood
Beautiful displays of flowers spread under the gentle shade of unfurling ash leaves in spring, while in winter the abundant ferns and mosses mean these small, rocky woods retain a watery greenness…
Upland spring, flush and fen
These tiny habitats, the source of our streams and rivers, are fundamental to the well-being of whole water catchments.
Great black-backed gull
This huge gull can be seen around most of the UK's coasts in summer, with some venturing inland in winter.