Gatekeeper
The gatekeeper is on the wing in summer on grasslands, in woodlands and along hedgerows. Look out for the large, distinctive eyespot with two 'pupils' on each forewing.
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Hawkins Wood
This link will open on the Herts and Middlesex Wildlife Trust website.
An ancient woodland which provides good opportunities to see Bluebells in the spring.
Adopt an insect
Searching for an original gift for a nature lover? Sponsor an insect with the Wildlife Trusts to help fund conservation efforts. Perfect for adults and children! Adopt a stag beetle, a butterfly or a bee.
Sean Hawkins Meadow
This link will open on the Cheshire Wildlife Trust website.
Small species rich wet meadow by a stream and a small area of woodland
Insect quiz
An insect quiz for nature enthusiasts - how well do you know your insects?
Talk: AGM & Member's Photos
This link will open on the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust website.
Members of the Boston Area Group are meeting for their AGM and member's photos evening.
Local Wildlife Sites
Local Wildlife Sites are areas of land especially important for their wildlife. They are some of our most valuable wildlife areas.
Water stick insect
The water stick insect looks just like a mantis. An underwater predator, it uses its front legs to catch its prey. Its tail acts as a kind of 'snorkel', so it can breathe in the water.…
Swallowtail butterfly
The Norfolk broads are home to the UK's largest butterfly, the rare swallowtail. On a still summer's day, the swallowtail can be seen flying fast and feeding mainly on yellow and purple flowers, while its caterpillars hide among the milk parsley leaves they feed on.
Youth Event: A Beginner's Guide to Butterfly ID with Butterfly Conservation
This link will open on the Avon Wildlife Trust website.
Join experts from Butterfly Conservation to learn how to identify some of Britain's butterfly species and test out your learning on a walk
Youth Event: A Beginner's Guide to Butterfly ID with Butterfly Conservation
This link will open on the Avon Wildlife Trust website.
Join experts from Butterfly Conservation to learn how to identify some of Britain's butterfly species and test out your learning on a walk
Butterfly Identification Workshop
This link will open on the Essex Wildlife Trust website.
Learn the different species of butterfly that can be found at The Naze followed by a walk to put your new knowledge into practice.