Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation is calling on gardeners to help solve the mystery of the UK’s back garden butterflies. Be part of it by taking part in the Garden Butterfly Survey this year.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Why not head out to the coast and take part in the Wetland Bird Survey. Sunday is the last day of the national survey of wintering waterbirds.
This poor badger was out and about much earlier than normal, leading to a collision with rush hour traffic. It seem their Setts have been getting flooded.
Mandie spotted this cuttlefish on Bembridge beach yesterday after the stormy weather. Have you found anything interesting on Isle of Wight beaches over the last few days?
Although there has been a rise in some species, the overall picture is stark say Butterfly Conservation. Agricultural intensification and changing woodland management are seen as major causes of the decline.
None have been reported on the Isle of Wight yet, but if you see one of these gorgeous butterflies, please let Butterfly Conservation know. Details in the article.
Bringing people closer to nature is the main aim of Gift to Nature and exciting new additions to the Red Squirrel Hide in Parkhurst Forest are helping do just that.