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 in…
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Preston Montford Field Centre Summer Work Party
Come and join us to help out in the gardens and grounds, with a mixture of gardening, habitat creation and further work on the…
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Wildlife Wanderings in Pembrokeshire and the Gower
Steve Docker is a Resource Development Officer with Field Studies Council Publications. Here he describes some wildlife highlights from a two-week holiday exploring the Pembrokeshire…
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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, there…
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Haddon Hall Medieval Park: History and habitats
A blog by Suzanne Howard, Haddon HallThe Field Studies Council provides natural history training across the country, and to help access unique and biodiverse…
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Biodiversity Literacy for Business
By Clare Rooney, Biodiversity Training Programme ManagerAs concerns grow about biodiversity loss, it’s clear that meaningful change starts with understanding — this blog explores…
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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 size…
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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 a…
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Biological Recording: Getting Started
Biological recording is a valuable and rewarding activity that contributes to our understanding of nature and helps with conservation efforts and land management decisions. Steve…
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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 many…