European otter
The sinuous otter is an excellent swimmer and can be seen hunting in wetlands, rivers and along the coast - try the west coast of Scotland, West Wales, the West Country or East Anglia for the best…
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Adopt an otter
Searching for an original gift for a nature lover? Sponsor an otter with the Wildlife Trusts to help fund conservation efforts. Perfect for adults and children!
2-spot ladybird
Our most common ladybird, the black-on-red markings of the 2-spot Ladybird are familiar to many of us. Ladybirds are beneficial insects, managing garden pests - encourage them by putting up a bug…
7-spot ladybird
One of our most common ladybirds, the black-on-red markings of the 7-spot ladybird are very familiar. Ladybirds are a gardeners best friend as they eat insects that love to nibble on garden plants…
14-spot ladybird
The 14-spot ladybird is one of three yellow ladybirds in the UK. Look for it in grassland, woodland and gardens. Ladybirds are beneficial insects, managing garden pests - encourage them by putting…
22-spot ladybird
The 22-spot ladybird is one of three yellow ladybirds in the UK. Look for it in grassland, woodland and gardens. Ladybirds are beneficial insects, managing garden pests - encourage them by putting…
Spring 2020 magazine UK News
Updates from the Wildlife Trusts
How to identify owls
Learn how to identify the UK's owls. Here’s our guide to the five owl species you’re likely to spot!
How to identify
How to identify bird and butterflies in your gardens, tell the difference between native and Spanish bluebells, know your birds of prey, and identify droppings and tracks.
How it Works
Thanks to players of People's Postcode Lottery, thousands of children have been able to engage with nature through Forest Schools and outdoor learning, but how does it all work?
Great news for Gwent Levels as motorway plans scrapped
The Welsh Government has shown its commitment to a wilder future today, after rejecting plans to build an M4 relief road across the Gwent Levels.
How we are funded
Each Wildlife Trust in our movement is an independent charity. Find information on how The Wildlife Trusts are funded, sources of income and how we spend our money.