Winter moth
One of the few moths that fly in winter, often seen in car headlights.
One of the few moths that fly in winter, often seen in car headlights.
We know it is an uncertain time for everyone and our usual way of life will be very different for a while.
A late-flowering plant, Autumn gentian displays pretty, mauve, tube-like flowers atop its reddish stems. It favours dry, chalk grassland and sand dune habitats.
Ever wondered where butterflies and moths go once summer is over? Discover the different ways these beautiful insects spend the winter months.
Passage migrants and wildfowl on the move as we enter the peak of autumn migration.
Strong winds and rain have been a feature of the last week or so at Brockholes, but there has been lots to see between squalls.
Wildfowl arrivals and more autumn passage including some rare visitors to the reserve.
For many birdwatchers things are just hotting up! We might be reaching the end of summer, but this is when a group of birds known as waders start to appear on our shores. Here are ten waders to…
The latest updates on the flooding situation at Brockholes Nature Reserve following Storm Ciara on Sunday 9th February 2020.
The Wildlife Trusts’ youth activism manager, Arran Wilson, draws on his background as a lecturer in zoology to explore what exactly hibernation is, and which animals rely on it to get through…
December saw Brockholes Nature Reserve transform, as winter arrived with purpose. However, despite the notable change in weather conditions the reserve has consistently been awash with fascinating…
The leaves are changing colour and the temperatures are dropping, but are you an Autumn Embracer, or a Summer Dreamer? Find out in our fun quiz!