Short-snouted seahorse
One of 2 seahorses found in UK seas, short snouted seahorses are recognisable by their shorter snout - surprisingly enough!
Chwilio
Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
Chwilio
Common laburnum
Common laburnum is an introduced species, planted in parks and gardens. It is most recognisable in flower - its hanging bunches of yellow blooms giving it the name 'golden rain'. It is…
Plant trees and hedges
Planting trees or hedges in your garden is great way to help wildlife
Cemlyn Nature Reserve
A real wildlife haven with a spectacular seabird colony at its heart. A visit to Cemlyn is filled with possibility – you never know what might turn up!
A farewell and final word from our former Marine Futures interns
After finishing their Marine Futures internship at the end of 2025, Bron and Greg have been busy working closely with the Wales Coasts and Seas Partnership (CaSP Cymru) on the Y Môr a Ni…
Limestone Grassland Community Roots Project
The Limestone Grassland Community Roots Project is an inspiring initiative, bringing people together to save threatened limestone grasslands near Llanddulas, including Craig y Forwyn, Mynydd Marian, and Pen y Corddyn Mawr and Bach. Volunteers, citizen scientists, and local communities will take action against invasive cotoneaster, protect rare wildlife, and restore vital habitats. Through hands-on conservation and engagement, we’re building a legacy for nature and people.
Beavers – in the past or future of Wales?
A recent survey by University of Exeter found that almost 89% of survey respondents in Wales support beavers living in Wales 💚
Find out more about beavers and read the full survey report…
Four-spotted chaser
The four-spotted chaser is easily recognised by the two dark spots on the leading edge of each wing - giving this species its name. It can be seen on heathlands and near ponds and lakes.
My back-to-school
As a child growing up in Ghana, Patience never took an interest in what was going on in the garden. Now, she’s growing her own flowers and vegetables every week, both at the Centre for Wildlife…
Historic moment for Welsh beavers
The Wildlife Trusts in Wales and Beaver Trust warmly welcome new Welsh Government legislation recognising the Eurasian beaver (Castor fiber) as a native species and granting it protected status –…
Tirwedd Fyw Stad Ddiwydiannol Wrecsam
Due to its unique history the Wrexham Industrial Estate is an important haven for wildlife. As it is an industrial estate it presents an excellent opportunity to try to properly integrate the needs of the economy, the environment and society in a genuinely mutually beneficial way.
Sunfish
The ocean sunfish is the second largest bony fish on the planet and visits UK seas during the summer months to feast on jellyfish.