Field vole
With a population of 75 million, the field vole is one of the UK's most common mammals. Hidden among the vegetation of grassland, heathland and moorland, it is not as easily spotted as the…
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Water vole
The water vole is under serious threat from habitat loss and predation by the American mink. Found along our waterways, it is similar-looking to the brown rat, but with a blunt nose, small ears…
Prospect Fields
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Prospects Fields comprises of three calcareous fields just north of Langport off the A372.
Redwing Fields
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This small but charming reserve lies between a new housing estate and fields on the outskirts of Shrewsbury.
Water Vole Identification Training
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Water vole ID training helps people identify water voles and recognise the signs of their presence in the wild.
Adopt a water vole
Searching for an original gift for a nature lover? Sponsor a water vole with the Wildlife Trusts to help fund conservation efforts. Perfect for adults and children!
Yarley Fields
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Yarley Fields nature reserve lies on the gentle south-facing slope of Yarley Hill overlooking the Somerset Levels a few miles west of Wells.
Arable fields
Most arable fields are large, featureless monocultures devoid of wildlife, but here and there are smaller fields and tucked away corners that are farmed less intensively, or are managed…
The water vole
Kelly Hollings, Restoring Ratty Project Officer for Northumberland Wildlife Trust, explores the habits of these much-loved mammals.
Tor Hole Fields
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Tor Hole Fields reserve is made up of seven fields which are traditionally managed hay meadows rich in wildflowers and meadow butterflies.
Charles Sinker Fields
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The site formerly known as "The Flooded Fields" are a birdwatching hotspot on the edge of Whixall Moss.
Brough Park Fields
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Brough Park Fields Nature Reserve is a site of open meadows and woodland at the back of Brough Park in the centre of Leek.