Blue-tailed damselfly
The blue-tailed damselfly does, indeed, have a blue tail. It is one of our most common species and frequents gardens - try digging a wildlife pond to attract dragonflies and damselflies.
The blue-tailed damselfly does, indeed, have a blue tail. It is one of our most common species and frequents gardens - try digging a wildlife pond to attract dragonflies and damselflies.
We have an exciting range of outdoor nature activities and indoor craft events at the Welsh Wildlife Centre over the school Easter holidays to keep you happy, whatever the weather. Activities are…
Growing up and living in the countryside for much of her life, Helen is used to big wide open spaces and loves being outside. She enjoys coming to the Centre for Wildlife Gardening, as it’s like…
The bird cherry can be found in wet woodlands and along streams in upland areas, in particular. Its fragrant blossom appears in April and is followed by bitter, black fruits - good for wildlife,…
Elder is an opportunistic shrub of woods, hedges, scrub, waste and cultivated ground. Its flowers and berries are edible, but it's best to gather wild food with an expert - try it at a…
The WTSWW and Skomer Island team were absolutely delighted to welcome Sir David Attenborough, his daughter Suzie and Silverback Films to the island in June to film for the exciting new BBC1…
Thank you for your interest in volunteering on Skomer. Applications for the 2025 season are now closed. Please check back on 1st September 2025 for 2026 applications.
If you are interested…
The Azure damselfly is a pale blue, small damselfly that is commonly found around most waterbodies from May to September. Try digging a wildlife pond in your garden to attract damselflies and…
Our Welsh Wildlife Centre and WTSWW team were delighted to welcome some very special visitors to the Teifi Marshes Nature Reserve in January!
A local fishing boat struck rocks on the south coast of The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW)’s Skomer Island on the night of the 7th of December. The 4 fishermen have been safely…
Back after popular demand, Filkin's Drift are back to lead our folk retreat in 2025, 17th-20th August!