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Lime hawk-moth
The lime hawk-moth is a large, night-flying moth that can be seen from May to July in gardens, parks and woods. It is buff-coloured, with green patches on its scalloped-edged wings.
Wildlife Watch - Moths and butterflies (Family event)
Discover amazing moths and butterflies! Children learn why these insects matter and simple ways to help protect them.
Coastal explorer - Knott End
For National Marine Week we'll have the opportunity to discover what's living on our shores & in our seas, searching the strandline together
Coastal explorer - Knott End
For National Marine Week we'll have the opportunity to discover what's living on our shores & in our seas, searching the strandline together
Coastal explorer - Rossall Tower
For National Marine Week we'll have the opportunity to discover what's living on our shores & in our seas, searching the strandline together
Coastal explorer - Rossall Tower
For National Marine Week we'll have the opportunity to discover what's living on our shores & in our seas, searching the strandline together
Common lime
The common lime is a tall, broadleaf tree that is a natural hybrid between the large-leaved and small-leaved limes. It can be seen in a variety of habitats, and has been widely planted along roads…
Elephant hawk-moth
The elephant hawk-moth is a pretty, gold-and-pink moth that can be seen at dusk in gardens, parks, woods and grassy habitats. The caterpillars look like elephant's trunks and have eyespots to…
Privet hawk-moth
With a torpedo-shaped body and long, narrow wings, the privet hawk-moth is a striking garden visitor. But the caterpillars really stand out: lime-green, with purple streaks and a black hook at the…
Moth trapping
Weekly moth trapping with our conservation intern Rhodri, come and see what's been caught!
Puss moth
The puss moth is a large and fluffy moth, with a very strange looking caterpillar.