24 February 2021
The number of different homes inhabited by animals is huge, so in this blog, we’re going to look at underground homes. Because, as The Jam would put it, if you want to create a warm, dry and cosy home safe from prying eyes and predators, going underground is a popular option.
22 February 2021
Where do ants make their homes?
03 February 2021
Tails come in all sorts of different shapes and sizes. If you’re a vertebrate, you’ve probably got one – though humans (and all great apes) are notable exceptions. So why do animals have tails, what are they used for, and why don’t we have one?
25 January 2021
The uplifting role that wildlife plays in our lives has become more vital than ever. We’re in the middle of 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.
07 January 2021
Cormorants are large, black waterbirds, which strike a signature pose so distinctive it’s the only clue you need. They are are also supremely skilled at catching fish.
06 January 2021
Winter is a busy season for foxes. If there are any living near you – and there probably are – you’ll be well aware of just how active they are at this time of year, yapping and screaming at all hours of the night and leaving plenty of unmistakable foxy scent.
22 December 2020
Reindeer have been woven into the festive fabric of Christmas for nearly two centuries.
15 December 2020
Bitterns were driven to extinction in the UK. By restoring their reedbed habitats, there are now more than 160.
09 December 2020
A little ‘Birds in Winter’ Q&A with Charlotte Owen, WildCall Officer
07 December 2020
Butterflies are creatures of the summer, of flower-filled days and long, sunny evenings. But, like all wildlife, they need to survive the winter too.