Archive of: Charlotte Owen
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22 May 2022
Are Weasels weasily?
We thought we’d take a look at how a few animal characteristics are perceived or understood in our language use - then think about whether or not there’s truth in those reputations - such as - are Weasels weasily?!
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16 May 2022
Good weather for ducks
Wet weather wildlife. Which creatures either love, hate or just about tolerate rain? asks Charlotte Owen
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12 April 2022
Please don't feed the ducks
Sussex Wildlife Trust is urging people to please stop feeding the ducks at Woods Mill nature reserve because excess bread is polluting the lake and harming wildlife.
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29 March 2022
The Great British Snake Off
Snakes are often thought of as exotic creatures to be admired (or avoided) on holidays in hotter countries, but Britain is home to three native species of snake.
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18 March 2022
A guide to garden amphibians: frogs, toads and newts
Here’s our guide to frogs, toads and newts.
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14 March 2022
All you need to know about Frog spawn
Every year, WildCall gets lots of phone calls from people worried about the frog spawn and tadpoles in their ponds. Here are the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.
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09 February 2022
Garden Birdwatching Guide
We’re still in winter, but there are plenty of birds to be seen. This guide will help you identify some of the feathered friends you’re most likely to see - and hear - from home.
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24 November 2021
Soil
There’s a secret world beneath your feet - of soil. Charlotte Owen tells us more
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15 November 2021
Where are all the acorns?
Have you noticed that the Oak trees have been a bit bare this autumn? We’ve seen hardly any acorns but there were plenty last year. What’s going on? Charlotte Owen explains about mast years.
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28 October 2021
That old chestnut
Charlotte Owen tells us about a tree introduced by the Romans - the sweet chestnut
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20 October 2021
Why do leaves change colour in autumn?
What’s going on when leaves change colour in autumn?
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18 October 2021
Top 5 ways to help hedgehogs this autumn
With the nights beginning to draw in hedgehogs are now preparing for hibernation. Here are five ways you can help your local hedgehogs this autumn.