Redwing
The redwing is a winter visitor, enjoying the feast of seasonal berries the UK's hedgerows, gardens and parks have to offer. Look out for the distinctive orangey-red patches under its wings…
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St George's mushroom
A lovely pale cream colour to begin with these stout mushrooms begin to turn a buff colour and the cap surface will crack as they age.
UK Government must raise ambition for nature positive development say The Wildlife Trusts
From Monday 12th February, a new era for nature positive development begins when Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) will be mandatory for major developments in England; it will apply to minor sites in…
Somerset Wildlife Trust invite communities and nature lovers across the county to join annual event celebrating positive actions being made for nature and climate
Wilder Together, an annual celebration event for anyone in Somerset who has been doing their part for nature in their gardens, local green spaces, and communities, will be taking place this autumn…
Batman hoverfly
This common hoverfly can be recognised by the dark markings behind its head, which often resemble the Batman logo.
Planning and Infrastructure Bill
The Planning and Infrastructure Bill must go further to ensure nature recovery is not left behind.
Bladder campion
Bladder campion is so-called for the bladder-like bulge that sites just behind the five-petalled flower - this is actually the fused sepals. Look for it on grasslands, farmland and along hedgerows…
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‘Green’ Energy at what cost? Hinkley Point C could cost us the Severn
Hinkley Point C nuclear power station (HPC) has been promoted as green and renewable because of the need to move away from fossil fuels. However, the huge cost to our precious natural world has…