Small blue
The small blue's name is a little misleading: it is our smallest butterfly, but only shows a dusting of blue on brown wings. It is scarce, occurring on chalk grassland, mostly in southern…
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Freshwater
The rain-soaked lands of Britain and Northern Ireland are rich in rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, canals and ditches. Whether natural or artificial, they are the life-force behind the wildlife we…
Meet our Wilder Engagement Officer, Alex
I am the new Wilder Engagement Officer for Cardiff with the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales, and I’ll be working on the Stand for Nature Wales project and the My Wild Cardiff campaign.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)
The Wildlife Trusts believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the joy of wildlife in their daily lives, that’s why we’re committed to putting equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our movement.
Discover Castle Woods - Tawny Owls
Learn more about the wildlife that calls Castle Woods home.
Discover Castle Woods - Bluebells
Learn more about the wildlife that calls Castle Woods home.
Discover Castle Woods - Bats
Learn more about the wildlife that calls Castle Woods home.
Discover Castle Woods - Tree Lungwort
Learn more about the wildlife that calls Castle Woods home.
Gardening month by month
Find out how to transform your garden into a wildlife haven!
Holly blue
Look out for the small holly blue in your garden or local park. It is the first blue butterfly to emerge in spring, and a second generation appears in summer. The caterpillars are fond of holly…
Conservation Grazing Frequently Asked Questions
As part of the management of the grasslands at Lavernock reserve, the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW) will be introducing grazing animals onto the reserve to carry out conservation…
Our Wilder Strategy
The Wildlife Trusts of South and West Wales' Wilder Strategy 2020-2030