Harlequin ladybird
A non-native species originating from Asia, the harlequin ladybird is prevalent in towns and gardens.
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Chwilio
Sika deer
Sika deer were introduced to the UK in the 19th century. They are native to eastern Asia.
Gower, Swansea & Neath-Port Talbot volunteer days
Volunteer with our practical work parties on the nature reserves around Gower, Swansea and Neath-Port Talbot.
Montagu's blenny
A small fish found on rocky shores in the south and west of Britain.
Common octopus
The common octopus is a highly intelligent, active predator. It even has a secret weapon - special glands produce a venom that it uses to incapacitate its prey!
Clay modelling
Every Thursday afternoon of the summer holidays use natural materials and air drying clay to get creative.
Ponds
Whether found in a garden or part of an agricultural landscape, ponds are oases of wildlife worth investigating. Even small ponds can support a wealth of species and collectively, ponds play a key…
My family history
Whilst researching his family history, Vic found that many of his ancestors were connected to wild places as gamekeepers, shepherds, millers, gardeners or agricultural labourers. His lifelong love…
Selfheal
Selfheal is a low-growing, creeping plant that likes the short turf of grasslands, roadside verges or even lawns. Its clusters of violet flowers appear in summer.
Save Our Taff
Our rivers are in danger. Pollution chokes our waters, rubbish covers the banks, and people and wildlife suffer. We need to act fast to Save our Taff.
My significant other
Cathy, shepherdess, and her border collie Lady have a strong bond with each other – and with nature. From the moment she owned her first lamb Cathy knew that shepherding was the life for her;…
My laboratory
Nora’s study of bird behaviour explores how small bird communities flock together to ward off larger predators. Nature has many things to teach us and is now widely acknowledged as a key…