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Venomous animals in the UK
From secretive snakes to furry shrews, find out more about the UK’s venomous species that pack a potent punch.
Annabel Kemp • 31 Jul 2024
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Spring tree ID for beginners at Heartwood Forest
Come along on this beginner-friendly guided walk to learn how to recognise different tree species and find out what you can do to help trees in the UK.
Sat 16 May 2026 • Heartwood Forest, Sandridge
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What is habitat fragmentation and what does it mean for our wildlife?
Did you know that habitat fragmentation is one of the greatest threats to wildlife globally? Find out what it means and how it affects UK species like the dormouse.
James Martin • 16 Aug 2018
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British woodpeckers: identification guide and calls
Learn to tell the difference between Britain's three resident woodpecker species with our quick guide to their appearance, sounds and behaviour.
Amy Lewis • 30 Sept 2021
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Forest animals: 9 animals adapted to forest life
From scampering squirrels to beautiful butterflies, discover how our woodland species are perfectly adapted to a life among the trees.
Charlotte Varela • 09 May 2019
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Trees woods and wildlife
Hooded crow
A striking scavenger with a taste for carrion. The hooded crow was once considered to be the same species as the carrion crow, but is now recognised separately.
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Endangered trees: a guide to 7 rare trees in the UK
A guide to seven threatened tree species with photos and information on where they live, what they look like, conservation efforts and how you can help.
Chris Britt-Searle • 10 Sept 2024
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Trees woods and wildlife
A-Z of British trees
Explore our simple A-Z identification guide to the trees of Britain, from natives to naturalised and widely planted non-native species. You'll find images, tree descriptions and information on where you're likely to find them.
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Blog
How long do spiders live? And other spider facts
Discover more about spiders like how long they live, how many eyes they have, how big UK species can grow and more.
Rachel Hoskins • 09 Sept 2019
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Trees woods and wildlife
Phytophthora lateralis
A fatal fungus-like species that attacks Lawson cypress, Phytophthora lateralis stops trees from transporting vital nutrients.