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Water vole by Terry Whittaker/2020VISION

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Manx shearwater

This mysterious little bird is known for its haunting call and was once mistaken for witches by pirates off the coast of Wales! They travel thousands of miles every year to nest in their hobbit-…

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Dead man's fingers

These gruesome sounding creatures are actually a type of coral! They get their name as they branch out into lobes as they grow - making them look like fingers on a hand.

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Where's the birdsong gone?

Birds use their voices for a variety of different reasons, but why does birdsong seem to disappear once summer is over?
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Portuguese Man O'War

Despite appearances, this weird and wonderful creature is not a jellyfish! They're sometimes found washed up on our shores after westerly winds. Look but don't touch - they give a very…

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Things near you

If you're looking for things you can do to help wildlife or you want to get involved with your Wildlife Trust here are some ideas.
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Where to see birds of prey

Find the best Wildlife Trusts nature reserves to go searching for hawks, kites, buzzards, ospreys and more!
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How long do insects live?

Insects are the most successful creatures on earth. They were here before the dinosaurs and there are now over 800,000 different species across all continents!
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Change what you eat

Eat more plant-based foods, reduce your food waste and buy local produce to shrink your environmental footprint.

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Watch what you wash away

Some cosmetics, soaps, washing-up liquids and cleaning products can be harmful to wildlife with long-lasting effects.