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Trees woods and wildlife
Brown rat
A contentious character but as resourceful as they come, the brown rat arrived in the UK in the 18th century and has been a crafty resident of our towns, cities and woods ever since.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Cypress, Lawson
Tall ornamental with feathery foliage. One of the UK’s most popular garden conifers, Lawson cypress has rot-resistant wood which is popular in Japan for coffins and shrines.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Lime, large-leaved
Towering, romantic, sticky. Large-leaved lime is a handsome broadleaf tree that is a rich home for wildlife. Find out more.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Brown trout
A powerful predator and an iconic British fish, the brown trout is a common sight in streams and rivers throughout the UK.
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Blog
What do robins eat?
Find out what robins eat in the wild and what you can leave in your garden to feed them.
Rachel Hoskins • 01 Dec 2019
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About us
Rainforest recovery
We're protecting, restoring and creating temperate rainforest in Cornwall, Devon and Exmoor, and inspiring others to do the same.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Willow, goat
Also known as the pussy willow, the male catkins of the goat willow look like a cat’s paws. It supports lots of wildlife, including the elusive and regal purple emperor butterfly.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Wheatear
These migratory birds are seasoned travellers, embarking on an epic journey from Africa to the UK each spring. They favour upland habitats and nest in cavities between rocks.
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Visiting woods
Walking
Taking a walk in the woods is the easiest way to enjoy the outdoors and get closer to nature. From woodland glade to unexplored pathways, where will your visit to the woods take you?
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Trees woods and wildlife
Common dog violet
A charming sanctuary for butterflies, common in UK woodland. Look to the woodland floor for a flush of purple and you might see fritillary butterflies feeding and laying their eggs.