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Bittern
The shy and retiring bittern is a master of blending in and can be very difficult to spot in its reedbed home. It does sound like a booming foghorn, however, when it calls, so can often be heard…
Bitterns
The bittern announces its comeback from the brink of extinction every spring with a resounding boom that can be hear from up to 3 miles away. Find out where you can watch this camouflaged bird hunt eels in the shallows and hide in the shelter of the reedbeds.
50 years of Wetland Birds Survey Talk by Professor Tim Sexton
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We are celebrating 50 years of wetland bird surveys at Rutland Water this year. Join our expert to learn about this important work and what has changed during that time.
Stanton's Pit
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The area was formerly a sand pit and the main interest is ornithological.
Staunton Quarry
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Staunton Quarry includes a well-vegetated water body, some grassland, planted poplars, and other broadleaved woodland.
Rewilding our skies with Tim Mackrill
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Come and listen to Dr Tim Mackrill talk about his journey reintroducing ospreys and white-tailed eagles to the UK
Local Wildlife Sites
Local Wildlife Sites are areas of land especially important for their wildlife. They are some of our most valuable wildlife areas.
Recent wildlife developments by Dr Tim Gardiner
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Environment agency ecologist, Dr Tim Gardiner will discuss some topical aspects of wildlife he is studying.
Tim Birkhead in conversation with Nick Acheson
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Renowned ornithologist Tim Birkhead joins Nick Acheson to discuss his book, The Great Auk: Its Extraordinary Life, Hideous Death and Mysterious Afterlife, and his long-term study of Skomer Island…
Storton's Pits
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An old gravel pit providing a haven for rare insects and birds
Night Walk (Stilton Village)
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An exciting walk in the dark around Stilton village to look for bats and other night-time animals