Seasonal spotlight: Butterflies
From the Peacock to the Red Admiral, August is a wonderful month to see a variety of butterflies fluttering around the garden. Many…
Seasonal spotlight: Dragonfly exuviae
Dragonflies are large, vibrant insects that have been around for over 300 million years — long pre-existing the dinosaurs! They are regularly seen…
Seasonal spotlight: Ladybirds
Beetles are one of the most diverse groups of animals on the planet, boasting remarkable forms and stunning colours. In the UK alone,…
Haddon Hall Medieval Park: History and habitats
A blog by Suzanne Howard, Haddon Hall The Field Studies Council provides natural history training across the country, and to help access…
Biodiversity Literacy for Business
By Clare Rooney, Biodiversity Training Programme Manager As concerns grow about biodiversity loss, it’s clear that meaningful change starts with understanding —…
Seasonal spotlight: Hawkmoths
Hawkmoths are a group of insects that are commonly encountered in gardens across the UK. They have acquired their name from their impressive…
Seasonal spotlight: Newts
If you have a pond in your garden or allotment, you might have already observed frogs and toads visiting, but have you seen…
Seasonal spotlight: Bee-flies
As the winter chill fades and days get brighter, insects emerge from their shelters to enjoy the floral offerings of early spring. Since…
Wildflowers and woodland: charities team up to deliver natural history courses
The Eden Project has teamed up with Field Studies Council to deliver expert-led natural history courses at the Eden Project this summer. Taking…
Gardening for pollinators
With longer days and warmer weather, gardeners find themselves busier than ever. Seeds are sown, and plants are nurtured, all in anticipation of…