Tag Archives: Biodiversity

The Big Book of Beasts: Yuval Zommer (The Big Book series) Hardcover

The Big Book of Beasts: Yuval Zommer (The Big Book series) Hardcover “The Big Book of Beasts” is an engaging and informative children’s book written and illustrated by Yuval Zommer. Published in 2017, this book is part of Zommer’s series, which also includes titles like “The Big Book of Bugs” and… Read more »

State of Nature: UK Faces Urgent Crisis as Wildlife Decline Accelerates

The UK is experiencing a severe nature-loss crisis, with the decline of its most precious animals and plants outpacing current conservation efforts, according to the State of Nature report. The report, compiled by over 60 organizations, reveals that 16% of 10,000 assessed species, including iconic wildlife like the turtle dove… Read more »

Biodiversity Crisis: One in Six Species at Risk of Extinction in Great Britain

A comprehensive analysis by wildlife scientists in Great Britain has revealed that one in six species is at risk of extinction. The report, titled the “State of Nature,” highlights that bird species, including turtle doves, face the most concerning situation, with 43% at risk of extinction. Other beloved species, such… Read more »

Otters? Are they the ‘Wolves of the Wetland’?

In the realm of predators, our minds often conjure images of lions stealthily stalking their prey across the African savannah or packs of gray wolves pursuing elk through the snowy landscapes of Yellowstone National Park. These are the celebrated predators of the natural world, but it’s important to recognize that… Read more »

Inaugural “Kings” Series National Nature Reserve Debuts on Lincolnshire Coast

The unveiling of the first installment in the “Kings” series National Nature Reserve has been announced, establishing a milestone for conservation efforts on the Lincolnshire coast. This newly designated reserve is poised to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the region’s unique biodiversity and promoting sustainable environmental practices. The “Kings”… Read more »

Rewilding Sees a Recovery for the Black-Veined Moth

The black-veined moth, a critically-endangered species native to the east Kent countryside, has experienced a resurgence in population following habitat restoration efforts by local farmers. Nearly extinct in 1995 due to habitat loss in the Wye National Nature Reserve, this moth saw a remarkable recovery this year with surveys recording… Read more »

Endangered Birds Return to Dorset After Rewilding Project

A rewilding initiative at Wild Woodbury in Dorset has yielded promising results with the resurgence of several bird species facing critical declines. Seven birds classified on the Conservation Concern Red List have been observed at this 170-hectare site, including the nightingale, greenfinch, grey partridge, marsh tit, skylark, nightjar, and tree… Read more »

Climate Change and British Wildlife (British Wildlife Collection) Hardcover

Climate Change and British Wildlife (British Wildlife Collection) Hardcover In this thought-provoking book, Trevor Beebee delves into the intricate relationship between climate change and British wildlife. The changing climate is undeniably impacting the country’s ecosystems, and Beebee provides a comprehensive overview of its effects on plants, fungi, and animals. He explores… Read more »

Saltmarsh (British Wildlife Collection) Hardcover 

Saltmarsh (British Wildlife Collection) Hardcover  Clive Chatters delves into the fascinating world of saltmarshes in this volume of the British Wildlife Collection. Saltmarshes, often enigmatic and remote, occupy a unique space between land and sea. Chatters’ exploration of these habitats reveals their ecological, biological, geological, and historical significance. From Tadpole Shrimps… Read more »

Seeds Scattered to Create Wild Flower Meadows in Cornwall

The National Trust organized an event at Lanhydrock, a grand estate above the River Fowey, to launch a three-year project aimed at creating 250 hectares (617 acres) of wildflower meadows across Cornwall. This initiative is part of a broader effort to combat the UK-wide decline in this species-rich habitat. Participants,… Read more »