Learn about wildlife

Children learning about wildlife - two children are reading a book outside together and two others are looking at insects

30 Days Wild

Monday 16th - Sunday 22nd June

This week take some time to learn about the incredible wildlife that share our spaces — from garden birds and urban foxes to wildflowers and woodland creatures. Whether you're spotting species on a walk, reading up on local habitats or attending one of our events, let's get curious and connect with nature together!

Let us know what you get up to by asking your parents, guardians or teachers to email us or tag us on social media.

Get stuck in!

Less than 10 minutes

Less than an hour

An hour or more

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Less than 10 minutes

Got a few minutes spare to read up on some fascinating wildlife facts? Here are some bite-sized pieces of information to get you started...

Why do wasps have stripes?

It’s hard being an insect! There’s so much that wants to eat you. Some insects hide away in the shadows for safety, but others (like…

Earth's Mightiest Heroes

Earth has loads of super ways to fight off the villainous climate crisis: from woodlands to peat bogs to whales!

Do animals catch colds?

If you have pets, you may have noticed a sneeze or two coming from your four-legged friends, but are they sick with the same cold or flu…

#hour

Less than an hour

Got a bit more time? It’s time to become a wildlife detective! Can you tell a buzzard from a red kite? Or find a water boatman in your local pond? These activities will help you learn about the wildlife around you.

Identification

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An hour or more

Got a bit more time? Try out these fun and easy activities — perfect for little explorers and curious minds! They’re a great way to learn more about nature together.