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Bad news for bees: Government reverses ban on bee-killing neonicotinoids
The Government has bowed to pressure from the National Farmers Union and agreed to authorise the use of the highly damaging neonicotinoid thiamethoxam for the treatment of sugar beet seed in 2021…
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What is an ecological emergency, and what can I do about it?
Back in early February, which was incredibly just three months ago, we made an important announcement about nature in Bristol alongside Bristol Mayor Marvin Rees. In the announcement, an ‘…
What is a Nudibranch?
Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are much like their land-based relatives that you may spot in your garden. But, unlike your regular garden slug, the nudibranch can incorporate the stinging…
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Keep up to date with the latest stories, research, projects and challenges as we work to tackle the climate and nature crisis.
What is a 'Plantation Woodland'?
Woodlands are fantastic places. A woodland wander in early spring is great for the mind, body and spirit. Fresh air fills your lungs, the smell of wild garlic fills your nostrils and bird song…
The results are in! So, what's next for nature?
Throughout the election campaign, it became clear that people know that our natural world is in crisis and want politicians to make the bold and ambitious commitments to reverse the decline. So…
What wildlife to watch this spring and summer
Spring and summer are full of sight and sounds from the wild. Stop for a moment - what can you see and hear? As days get lighter and warmer for longer, here are a few wildlife highlights to watch-…
Change what you eat
Buy local produce, eat more plant-based foods and reduce your food miles to shrink your environmental footprint.
What to feed hedgehogs and badgers
Putting out a bit of food can help see mammals like hedgehogs through colder spells.
What a wonderfully wild year we’ve had!
For my last blog of 2022, it only felt fitting that I take a look back at the past year and reflect on everything we’ve achieved together for wildlife.