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Common pond skater

The common pond skater can be seen 'skating' over the surface of ponds, lakes, ditches and slow-moving rivers. It is predatory, feeding on small insects by detecting vibrations in the…

Nature Reserve

Sole Common Pond

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A pond rich in wildlife in the middle of a piece of ancient Berkshire common, Sole Common Pond has a great variety of habitats for its size.

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Common skate

Despite its name, the "common" skate is not so common anymore. In fact, they are Critically Endangered.

Species

Common scoter

The common scoter has suffered large declines in the UK, threatening its survival here. Look out for this duck feeding at sea in winter when its numbers are bolstered by migrating birds.

Nature Reserve

Kenilworth Common

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Explore this historical common in Kenilworth with woodland walks

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‘Common Grounds’: A Day of Action

On Saturday 12 October, thousands of people around the UK will meet with their MP to talk about action for nature and climate.
With a new UK Government now in place, nature’s recovery must be prioritised.
Nature Reserve

Bucklebury Common

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Bucklebury Common is one of the largest commons in Berkshire and home to a rich variety of wildlife.

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Common water-measurer

Found in ponds and marshes, the fragile look of the common water-measurer belies its fierce nature. A predator of small insects, it uses the vibrations of the water's surface to locate its…