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Are caterpillars insects? And other caterpillar facts

Curious about caterpillars? Find out if they’re insects, what they eat and learn about their fascinating life cycle.

Danielle Wesley  •  15 May 2019

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SSSI definition: what is it and what does it mean for conservation and development?

A Site of Special Scientific Interest is a formal conservation designation. Learn how they are determined, why we have them and where to see them in the UK.

Laura Cottam  •  01 Mar 2019

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Since 2021 we've worked with Nectar, owned by Sainsbury's, to make supporting the Woodland Trust even more rewarding. Nectar customers collect Nectar points when joining as members, get additional points when buying Woodland products in Sainsbury's, and can donate Nectar points to support our work.

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Trees woods and wildlife

Common striated feather-moss

Cushions of feathery green moss strewn nonchalantly over the woodland floor, common striated feather-moss is one cool customer. It brings colour to shady places and it is a characteristic of old ash woodlands in particular.

Trees woods and wildlife

Nuthatch

Scuttling tree climbers. Look for these woodland specialists hurrying up and down tree trunks in search of food.