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Trees woods and wildlife
Common toad
Lover of damp log piles and deep leaf litter. The common toad spends much of its year in moist, shaded places, often in woodland, feeding on worms, slugs and insects.
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Agroforestry for Scottish farming’s future
The Scottish Government is crafting its new agricultural support scheme, representing the biggest change in the support and regulation of land use and management in Scotland for 40 years.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Blackcap
Named after the male’s signature black cap, this little bird arrives in the UK each spring, bringing with it the sweet sound of its beautiful song.
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Blog
Foraging in May: a guide to wild herbs and other edible plants
Find out which wild plants you can forage in May. Learn about edible plants with our quick identification guide and tips on how to find, eat and prepare them.
Helen Keating • 08 May 2019
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Blog
How to attract frogs to your garden
They’re fascinating, they control pests and they’re under threat – but how do you attract frogs to your garden? Read our top tips.
Charlotte Varela • 19 Mar 2024
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Blog
Winter berries: what are they and where to find them
Winter berries are a vital food source for wildlife and can be foraged to make delicious seasonal treats too. Here are our tips on when and where to find them.
Charlie Mellor • 29 Nov 2018
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Blog
Otters in our woods - where to find them
Did you know the clean rivers and shrubby banks of some of our woods are ideal habitat for otters? Follow our top tips for otter-spotting and find a waterside woodland near you.
Charlie Mellor • 02 Feb 2021
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Blog
Helicopter seeds: which trees do they come from?
Four tree species produce ‘helicopter seeds’ in the UK. Find out more with our ID guides, spotting tips and interesting facts.
Charlie Mellor • 30 May 2019
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Press centre
High Alert installation takes public art into the woods
The Woodland Trust Northern Ireland is hosting a public art exhibition by Rob Hilken at three of its sites in August and September.
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GB plant biosecurity strategy is a missed opportunity
The Government today published its Plant Biosecurity Strategy for Great Britain. Read our reaction.