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Purging buckthorn
An uncommon hedgerow and woodland tree of central and eastern England, Purging buckthorn displays yellow-green flowers in spring, and poisonous, black berries in autumn.
Basking shark
This gentle giant is the largest shark in UK seas, reaching up to 12m in length. There's no need to fear them though, they only eat plankton!
Making the fencing wildlife friendly
It's important for us to think about wildlife in every task we undertake - that includes putting up fencing.
Peppered moth
The peppered moth is renowned for its markings that have evolved to camouflage it against lichen in the countryside and soot in the city. It can be seen in gardens, woods and parks, and along…
My dog
Jamie fell in love with wildlife taking his dog for walks at Attenborough Nature Reserve as a young boy to keep him occupied. Now he is inspiring the next generation working with the Keeping It…
Common rosefinch
The common rosefinch is a rare visitor to the UK, usually passing through in autumn.
Cows come to the butterfly ball
Traditional farming methods are enhancing grassland for butterflies, bees and many other creatures at Brockholes Nature Reserve.
Red-and-black froghopper
This distinctive bug is often seen basking on low-growing plants in spring and summer.
Peak time arrivals
Mid April onwards and we can expect a whole block of arrivals onto the reserve as well as birds passing through.
Downy emerald
This dazzling dragonfly can be seen darting above tree-lined ponds in certain parts of Britain.
January - Photography Competition Results
In January we had sunshine, rain, and a lovely sprinkling of snow! Winter was well and truly biting with temperatures dropping and the ground sparkling.