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Recording species abundance and biodiversity
With species records of Somerset’s intertidal coastal zone absent for over 30 years, the Somerset Wildlife Trust seeks to update records of species abundance and biodiversity across its 53 miles…
Hedge woundwort
The unpleasant, astringent smell of Hedge woundwort makes this medium-sized plant of woodlands, hedgerows and roadside verges stand out from the crowd.
Hedge mustard
Hedge mustard is a tall plant with small, yellow flowers atop tough stems. It likes disturbed ground and grows in hedgerows and roadside verges, and on waste ground.
Thousands of species set to benefit from new government funding
Lapwings, water voles and dragonflies are among the species to benefit from new government funding awarded today to restore and create nature-rich landscapes across England.
Hedge bindweed
A climbing plant of woodlands, hedgerows, riverbanks and gardens, Hedge bindweed can become a pest in some places. It has large, trumpet-shaped, white flowers and arrow-shaped leaves.
How to make a hedge for wildlife
Hedges provide important shelter and protection for wildlife, particularly nesting birds and hibernating insects.
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Discover more about our amazing wildlife in the UK! Learn more about the plants and animals on your doorstep.
Make a pledge to look after your hedge
Somerset is a county blessed with an extensive network of hedgerows that are a vital part of our nature recovery network. Find out more about the importance of hedgerows, how to manage hedgerows,…
The Wildlife Trusts publish list of the UK’s Government’s broken promises to nature
King’s Speech must herald progress for nature or key UK Government pledge will fail.
Next week’s King’s Speech must signal a better future for the UK’s struggling natural environment –…