Can our badgers look forward to a brighter future?
Last week George Eustice, the Environment Secretary, made an announcement in a written statement to Parliament about the Government’s intentions for badgers as part of their strategy for dealing…
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A brighter future for farming? Michael Gove proposes, we respond
The Wildlife Trusts broadly welcome Michael Gove’s speech at the National Farmers Union conference today, in which he emphasised the need to properly reward farmers and land managers for the…
Our Bright Future
Our Bright Future was an ambitious and innovative partnership led by The Wildlife Trusts, that brought together the youth and environmental sectors.
Changes to the Habitats Regulations: will they truly deliver a brighter future for wildlife?
Our most threatened wildlife and important wild places are at risk. Don’t mess with the crown jewels - aka Habitats Regulations, writes Joan Edwards.
Fen violet
A pale member of the violet family sometimes known as ‘milk violet’, the fen violet has a delicate and unassuming appearance. A real specialist of the wetland habitat, this species has seen a…
Marsh violet
As its name suggests, the Marsh violet likes damp spots, such as marshes, bogs and wet woods. It is a low-growing plant with kidney-shaped leaves and pale lilac flowers.
Hairy violet
Living up to its name, the hairy violet is covered in fine hairs. Look for its delicate, violet flowers blooming from March to June on chalk grasslands, in particular.
Violet click beetle
The violet click beetle is a very rare beetle that lives in decaying wood, particularly common beech and ash. It gets its name from its habit of springing upwards with an audible click if it falls…
Violet ground beetle
Violet ground beetles are active predators, coming out at night to hunt slugs and other invertebrates in gardens, woodlands and meadows.
Pale tussock
This large, fluffy-legged moth is often attracted to lights in May and June.
Violet coral
The branching, finger-like projections of this fungus give it the appearance of an underwater coral. Its striking colour and form make it easy to spot, but it is scarce in the UK.
My future
From creating new hedgerows on a farm, to helping to inspire the next generation of nature lovers, Andy is building the skills, confidence and experience as a Biodiversity Trainee that will set…