Our work in communities
We work with communities across the region to improve shared spaces for wildlife and bring people closer to nature.
Chwilio
Speckled wood butterfly - Vicky Nall
Chwilio
Cuckoo
Considered to be an early sign of spring, the song of the cuckoo sounds the same as its name: ‘cuck-oo’. It can be heard in woodlands and grasslands. Cuckoos famously lay their eggs in the nests…
Our work in the wider landscape
Nature reserves alone are not enough to support precious wildlife across North Wales. To enable wildlife to thrive we need to create more space that is better managed and well connected, with opportunities for people to connect with nature. As well as delivering projects in the wider landscape we also undertake development control activities to help ensure that building developments do not significantly threaten biodiversity. We also advocate for government policies that support nature recovery, and undertake proactive species-focused work – locally and nationally.
What’s the buzz!
The Asian hornet has yet to be spotted in Wales. Nonetheless, with the increase of activity in England it could be just a matter of time before we get our first sighting in Wales. Gareth Holland-…
Common gull
Despite its name, the common gull is not as common as some of our other gulls. It can be spotted breeding at the coast, but is also partial to sports fields, landfill sites and housing estates in…
Llandudno Junction litter-pick
Join the Conwy Valley volunteers for their monthly litter pick and make a positive impact on local wildlife.
Llandudno Junction litter-pick
Join the Conwy Valley volunteers for their monthly litter pick and make a positive impact on local wildlife.
Llandudno Junction litter-pick
Join the Conwy Valley volunteers for their monthly litter pick and make a positive impact on local wildlife.
Emerald damselfly
The metallic-green Emerald damselfly can be seen from June to September around ponds, lakes, ditches and canals. Unlike other damselflies, it holds its wings half-open when perched.
Meadow thistle
On first glance, the meadow thistle looks a bit like a knapweed - it's not as prickly as other thistles and only carries one pinky-purple flower head. It can be found in damp meadows and…
Brooklime
A fleshy herb of the wet margins of brooks, streams and ditches, Brooklime can be seen all year-round and provides shelter for tadpoles and sticklebacks.
Do a litter pick or beach clean!
Be a wildlife saviour and do a litter pick or beach clean!