Tawny mining bee
The tawny mining bee is a furry, gingery bee that can often be seen in parks and gardens during the springtime. Look for a volcano-like mound of earth in the lawn that marks the entrance to its…
Chwilio
Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
Chwilio
Harbour porpoises and other cetaceans
Nia Jones, our Living Seas Manager introduces some handy tips to viewing cetaceans from North Wales' shores.
Why do we need to plant more trees in Wales?
We are facing two critical global crises: the climate emergency and the loss of biodiversity. Abundant, healthy wildlife and a thriving environment are the answers to many of the challenges we…
Applications for our 2026 Conservation & Climate Change Traineeship are now closed
North Wales Wildlife Trust are offering a free conservation and climate change traineeship course for 12 young people across northeast Wales and Conwy county this summer!
The campaign for the installation of swift bricks in all new buildings in Wales continues
Last autumn, almost 11,000 people signed a petition calling for legislation to ensure that swift bricks are installed in all new buildings in Wales.
Partnership with 'Always Aim High' events will raise vital funds for our work
North Wales Wildlife Trust are thrilled to be announced as charity partners for three fantastic upcoming Always Aim High events in some of our area's most beautiful locations.
Red kite
Seeing a red kite soaring high in the sky is a true delight! Once a very rare bird, thanks to successful reintroduction projects these wonderful birds can now be seen in lots of places in the UK…
Wildlife Trusts Wales calls for fresh thinking about the country’s nature crisis
One in six species in Wales is in danger of extinction! Wildlife Trusts Wales says that well-funded and meaningful action must be taken by the Welsh Government if nature losses are to be reversed…
Sea slug
This large sea slug is anything but dull!
Sea hare
The sea hare looks like a sea slug – but in fact has an internal shell. They can be up to 20cm long but are usually much shorter.
Sea beet
Sometimes called 'Wild spinach', Sea beet can be cooked and eaten. It grows wild on shingle beaches, cliffs and bare ground near to the sea, as well as in saltmarshes.
Hen harrier
The hen harrier has been severely persecuted for taking game species and has suffered massive declines in numbers as a result. Thankfully, conservation projects are underway to reduce conflict…