Discovering a winter rockpool
At first glance a beach in the middle of winter seems like a bleak, lifeless environment. However, when you look closer you will realise that life still thrives despite freezing air and stormy…
Chwilio
Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
Chwilio
Scarlet tiger
This beautiful moth is often found resting on leaves, though it does also fly during the day.
Removing barriers to learning
We are committed to increasing our accessibility so that more people can enjoy and support wildlife.
Our latest blog, written by Jayke Forshaw, our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)…
Bullhead
Living up to its name, the bullhead has a characteristically large, flattened head and a tapering body. Look out for it in fast-flowing, stony rivers and streams.
A very successful harvest mouse survey!
The volunteers of the Mon Gwyrdd youth forum in partnership with the Cwlwm Seiriol project took part in an incredibly successful harvest mouse survey this winter, monitoring the populations of…
Argent & sable
This striking black-and-white moth flies during the day in open woodlands, moorlands, and bogs. It's most common on Scottish moors.
Songs of the Spinnies - Part 3: The Kingfisher Hide
The Spinnies Aberogwen's Kingfisher Hide is the best place to see and listen to the kingfisher. But what other birds can you see and listen to here? In Part 3 of our series 'Song of the…
My guitar
Ruaridh loves playing in the woods – here everything can be anything and he can let his imagination run wild.
Cân yr Adar yn Spinnies Rhan 3: Cuddfan Glas y Dorlan
Cuddfan Glas y Dorlan Spinnies Aberogwen yw’r lle gorau i weld a gwrando ar las y dorlan. Ond pa adar eraill allwch chi eu gweld a gwrando arnyn nhw yma? Yn Rhan 3 ein cyfres 'Cân yr Adar yn…
Songs of the Spinnies - Part 1: The Main Hide
Often referred to as the Sea Hide, the Main Hide offers two stunning views ... one of which lets you see the entirety of the River Ogwen and the other a view of the lagoons. In Part 1 of this…
Bryn Ifan: an end of year summary
During our recent AGM, I had the opportunity to discuss some of the work we’ve been doing at Bryn Ifan. Quite a few people asked about my blog, and so my new year resolution will be to update on…
Dipper
The chocolate-brown, plump dipper can often be seen bobbing up and down on a stone in a fast-flowing river. It feeds on underwater insects by walking straight into, and under, the water.