5 Things to do for National Marine Week in Cardiff
National Marine Week runs from the 23rd of July to the 7th of August and, although Cardiff may not be home to any marine environments, there’s still lots you can do nearby. Here are our top 5…
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Short-eared owl
The short-eared owl, or 'Shortie', is an unusual owl because it prefers to be out and about in the daytime. It is most easily spotted in winter, when resident birds are joined by…
How to provide bushes for nesting birds
In the spring, birds choose the best locations to build nests, so why not offer them a safe place to settle?
Remembering Mike Porter
The staff and volunteers of The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Mike Porter in August 2025 (1935 – 2025). Mike was the Powys County…
How to make a Christmas wreath for birds
With food, water and shelter scarce over the winter months, give your garden birds a treat with an edible Christmas wreath.
Remembering Our Friend, Keith Noble
We’ve received the sad news of the passing of Keith Noble, a committed conservationist, dedicated volunteer and Trustee.
Lights, Camera, Action!
Get ready to watch our Lord of the Wings because Skomer's LIVE web camera’s have returned!
Wire sculptor raises funds for Welsh wildlife
Sculptor, Stephanie Smith, is using her art to raise awareness and funds for Skomer Island’s seabirds.
Pied flycatcher
The pied flycatcher is a summer visitor, migrating here from West Africa to breed. Look for this small, black-and-white bird in woodland, parks and gardens, mostly in the west of the UK.
Emmanuel's Skokholm Experience
Skokholm Bird Observatory was delighted to host Emmanuel Jatta, a Research Assistant from Kartong Bird Observatory in The Gambia, for five weeks this spring.
Connecting all to Islands: Wildlife Trust awarded for efforts towards Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW) has received the prestigious Dame Mary Smieton Award for their Accessible Boat Trips, designed to connect disabled people with Skomer and…
Tree pipit
This streaky brown bird is a summer visitor to Britain, favouring open woodlands in the north and west.