A day in the life: Botanical skills for ecologists
Our Botanical Skills for Ecologists course is a popular training opportunity that runs in several locations across…
Young Darwin Scholarship is back for 2026
A major national scholarship designed to equip young people with real‑world environmental skills and open the door to future careers in the natural…
What cemeteries teach us about urban ecology
A blog by a Young Darwin Scholar, Eve Rowson. Growing up in Leighton Buzzard, I felt constantly surrounded by concrete; nature seemed just…
Botanical Skills at RSPB Saltholme
Words and images by Emma Moffat (Biodiversity Training Programme Team Leader) In June last year, I visited RSPB Saltholme to attend a…
Seasonal spotlight: Springtails
Though wildlife may be less noticeable at this time of year, the world beneath our feet is teeming with life. Under piles of…
Seasonal spotlight: Earwigs
At this time of year, tidying up the garden, moving pots, or adding in new plants may all result in you finding one…
Christmas wildlife gift guide
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the wildlife lover in your life? From fold-out nature guides to sustainably made clothing, our range…
Field Studies Council welcomes Lords’ vote to prevent biodiversity loss through development
The Field Studies Council has welcomed a crucial House of Lords vote on the Planning and Infrastructure Bill, calling it a vital step for…
Seasonal spotlight: Hedgehogs
Over the last month, hedgehogs have been busy gathering food and finding a suitably snug place to hibernate. Hedgehog populations across Britain have…
Seasonal spotlight: Social wasps
As summer fades, wasps become more noticeable. Whether they’re feeding on fallen fruit, coming for your picnic, or making a break for your…