Common eelgrass
This seagrass species is a kind of flowering plant that lives beneath the sea, providing an important habitat for many rare and wonderful species.
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Remembering Steve Sutcliffe
The staff and volunteers of The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales were deeply saddened to hear of the recent death of Stephen Sutcliffe (1946-2025). Steve was a very long-term supporter of…
My breath of fresh air
Michael manages Stanley Moss Nature Reserve; he loves the serenity of the area and the different wildlife that he can see. The area was once used for coal mining, and was drained and planted with…
Great northern diver
This hefty diving bird is a winter visitor to the UK, where it can be seen around the coast or occasionally on large inland lakes.
Lights, Camera, Action!
Last month our Parc Slip team and dedicated volunteers were delighted to welcome ITV Coast and Country to film on the reserve and find out about our important habitat conservation work, highland…
Long-tailed duck
This dainty seaduck is a winter visitor to our coasts, particularly in northern and eastern Scotland.
Pasqueflower
The pretty-in-purple Pasqueflower is now a rare plant in the UK, restricted to just a few chalk and limestone grasslands. Steeped in legend, it flowers at Easter, so is known as the 'anemone…
Ptarmigan
The ptarmigan is a master of disguise - matching its Highland surroundings perfectly by turning snow-white in winter and rock-grey in summer. It is confined to the mountains of Scotland, so is…
Cors Ian, Lledrod, Ceredigion
Valley mire and gorsey hillside. Fen plants and Water Voles.
Goodwick Moor – Local Places for Nature project update
The first stage of the project at Goodwick Moor has completed with the creation of a large area of open water and island.
Sika deer
Sika deer were introduced to the UK in the 19th century. They are native to eastern Asia.
My turning point
Volunteering on a nature reserve turned Adam’s life around after a difficult time in life. As Assistant Reserve Officer, wildlife is both his stress relief and his career.