How to conserve water
If we all do our part in conserving precious water supplies, we can make a huge difference for the environment.
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Water forget-me-not
Also known as 'Scorpion-grass' because of the curved 'tail' at the end of its stems, Water forget-me-not is a distinctive plant of damp habitats. Over summer, it produces…
Go nut hunting
Become a nature detective and find out who nibbled that nut!
Water stick insect
The water stick insect looks just like a mantis. An underwater predator, it uses its front legs to catch its prey. Its tail acts as a kind of 'snorkel', so it can breathe in the water.…
Go on a litter pick
Want to help wildlife by going on a litter pick or beach clean? Here's what you'll need to bring and important things to remember to stay safe.
Chinese water deer
Chinese water deer are easily distinguished from other deer by their strange teddy bear like appearance and the huge canine tusks displayed by the stags.
Go on a litter pick or beach clean
Doing a litter pick in your local area will help keep wildlife safe from harm.
Lesser water boatman
Similar to the common backswimmer, the lesser water boatman has oar-like legs to help it swim, but it does not swim upside-down. It is herbivorous and can be found at the surface of ponds, lakes…
How to conserve water
If we all do our part in saving precious water supplies, we can make a huge difference for the environment.
Great silver water beetle
This enormous water beetle is as rare as it is impressive.
Do a litter pick or beach clean!
Be a wildlife saviour and do a litter pick or beach clean!
How to install a water butt
Water butts lower the risks of local flooding and will reduce water bills by conserving the water you already have. They're great for watering the garden, refilling the pond - or even washing…