Freshwater
The rain-soaked lands of Britain and Northern Ireland are rich in rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, canals and ditches. Whether natural or artificial, they are the life-force behind the wildlife we…
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Freshwater pearl mussel
Freshwater pearl mussels are a keystone species, transforming the rivers in which they live and helping other wildlife thrive.
Freshwater pearl mussel
Freshwater pearl mussels spend their adult lives anchored to the river bed, filtering water through their gills and improving the quality of the water for other species.
The benefits of Marine Conservation Zones
Discover why we're calling on the Government to create 41 new Marine Conservation Zones in English seas.
Freshwater - examples of our work
Examples of The Wildlife Trusts work to restore and protect freshwater habitats like ponds, streams, lakes, rivers and ditches for wildlife and people.
Eastern Channel Marine Conservation Zones
A guide to the Marine Conservation Zones helping to protect wildlife in the Eastern Channel
Irish Sea Marine Conservation Zones
A guide to the Marine Conservation Zones helping to protect wildlife in the Irish Sea
Marsh Volunteer Award for Marine Conservation
The Marsh Volunteer Award for Marine Conservation recognises a volunteer who has made an outstanding contribution to marine conservation and who has furthered the work of The Wildlife Trusts, and is given in partnership with The Marsh Charitable Trust.
Exploring freshwater connections
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A walk around the Conwy Gorge, taking in Conwy Falls, Machno Falls and Beaver Pool and stopping for a picnic en route (food not provided).
Northern North Sea Marine Conservation Zones
Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) in the northern North Sea, England.
Western Channel and Approaches Marine Conservation Zones
A guide to the Marine Conservation Zones helping to protect wildlife in the Western Channel and Approaches
Southern North Sea Marine Conservation Zones
A guide to the Marine Conservation Zones (MCZs) helping to protect wildlife in the southern North Sea.