If your kids love nature, why not send them on a butterfly trail with these inspiring books – perfect to enjoy alongside The Big Butterfly Count taking place this July too … How to be a Butterfly Written by Laura Knowles and illustrated by Catell Ronca Ideal for younger children eager to learn more about […]
A new national beetle survey has been launched by wildlife charity People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) and Royal Holloway University of London. Volunteers are needed for a two week period in June to help find and record sightings of the noble chafer beetle, to help conservationists save this threatened species. Noble chafers are small, […]
An international report focusing on the epic disappearance of plant and animal populations around the globe has been released by the IPBES this week. Backed by the UN, the report is the result of a 3-year study and shows how over a million species are threatened with extinction – more than at any other time […]
The Wildlife Trusts’ annual nature challenge is back for its 5th year and promises to be wilder than ever! Last year, over 350,000 people took part in 30 Days Wild, all pledging to experience nature every day during June. Those signing up to the challenge this year will receive a free pack of inspirational ideas to […]
The RSPB has released a track of pure birdsong to highlight the fact that there are 40 million fewer birds in the UK now than half a century ago. This week, the charity is calling on the public to download and stream the single to ensure it enters the charts in time for International Dawn […]
Today (Wednesday 20 March) marks the official arrival of spring. It is also a chance for wildlife lovers across the UK to add their entries to the first ever crowd-sourced nature diary to celebrate the fact. The digital diary – a project by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), researchers at Land Lines, the […]
The RSPB is releasing a specially-created track of birdsong to highlight the fact that there are 40 million fewer birds in the UK now than half a century ago. The single is part of the RSPB’s ’ Let Nature Sing’ project and the charity is calling on the public to download and stream the song […]
If your child is wild about wildlife they will go mad for this large, beautifully illustrated animal encyclopedia. An Anthology of Intriguing Animals is packed full of incredible facts, stories and myths making this ideal for children eager to learn more about wildlife and the natural world. Over 100 best-loved species feature in this gorgeous […]
Environmental organisation Friends of the Earth released a thought provoking film this week to ask the question: can we make space for nature? With 4 out of 5 members of the British public over-estimating how built-up the UK is, and 90% underestimating how many species of birds, animals, plants and fish are under-threat, it’s clear we […]
If your kids love the more stomach-churning side of the animal kingdom take them along to ZSL London Zoo this October half-term for Gruesome Nature Live! This interactive musical event features frightful facts about some about some of the weirdest and most impressive creatures on the planet. Find out who has the largest, slimiest eyeball […]
Take your child on a journey of discovery with this wonderful hardback book offering little readers an introduction to the world of birds through sound. A beautifully embossed cover features colourful birds from around the world, opening to show large double spread pages that perfectly set each scene. Visit ten different habitats with the turn […]
The Festival of Nature is the UK’s largest free celebration of the natural world. Returning to Bath and Bristol this summer, the week-long celebration also marks its 15th successful year. Running from 2-10 June, a bumper week of activities and events finds something for all nature-lovers to enjoy. Highlights include a Pop Up Wildlife Party […]
The Royal Albert Hall in London will host the UK premiere of Planet Earth II Live in Concert in May, with an incredible evening of live music and film in celebration of the landmark television series. The remarkable music of Oscar winner Hans Zimmer and his composers, Jacob Shea and Jasha Klebe, will be performed live by […]
Do you know a young person age 10-16 with a passion for nature who would like to go on location and present an amazing film all about wildlife? The RSPB are calling for submissions to The Cairngorms Nature Young Presenter competition 2018 which is now open to any young person who loves wildlife and can […]
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire are offering nature lovers the chance to sleep under the stars this summer with a brand new wild camping experience. Nature Night Camping offers guests the opportunity to sleepover at the UKs largest zoo alongside its 3500 animals on selected dates during August and September. Campers will be able to […]
A project has been set up by Gatwick Airport and the Gatwick Greenspace Partnership to highlight the wide variety of animals and plants living happily by the side of one of Europe’s busiest airfields. ‘Gatwick Goes Wild’ will see a special week long programme of events designed to bring staff, passengers and nearby residents closer […]
Entry to the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2017 is now officially open and judges are hoping this year’s categories will appeal to more entrants than ever. The new ‘mobile phone’ category will provide a fresh challenge, reflecting the important photographic role played by mobile devices in our lives today. Any mobile device can be used […]
Leeds Castle in Kent are offering an unforgettable experience to anyone visiting in a group with a passion for owls. The falconry team at the castle are giving visitors the chance to meet these magnificent birds in a dedicated handling session. Learn more about the different types of owl, where they come from and how […]
A series of fictional travel posters have been created for Expedia UK to highlight the threat of extinction faced by many of our endangered animals. Inspired by vintage mid-century travel adverts, the posters show animals once commonplace in their natural habitat – such as the Dodo in Mauritius, the Golden Toad in Costa Rica and […]
A rare Rothschild’s giraffe has been born at West Midland Safari Park in Worcestershire – the third baby welcomed into the herd in just six months. The six-foot-tall baby boy is son to first time mum, five year old Arusha. He joins playmates, Embu and Emali, who were born in August and September 2016. Rothschild’s […]
Scientists and bird lovers across the world have helped researchers to uncover new secrets about the evolution of bird’s beaks over time in a ground-breaking study. Researchers at the University of Sheffield asked the public to help measure beak shapes from more than 2000 bird species which had been 3D scanned from specimens at the […]
Spring is in the air and the team at RZSS Edinburgh Zoo have been busy preparing for the start of the annual gentoo penguin breeding season by placing nest rings and pebbles into the Penguin Rock enclosure. It’s a noisy and lively time for the zoo as the penguins woo their mates by selecting perfectly smooth […]
A new tiger poaching study funded by global animal welfare charity World Animal Protection, previously the WSPA (World Society for the Protection of Animals), has found that short prison sentences and small fines may not stop determined tiger poachers in Indonesia killing these beautiful, endangered animals. The full study can be found here. Poaching is one of the […]
From frozen landscapes to a surprised newt, the latest exhibition at the Horniman Museum and Gardens in Forest Hill, south London, showcases the beauty and diversity of the natural world. The European Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, opened on 26th November, features all the winning photographs in the 2015 competition, on display for the first […]
West Midland Safari Park has teamed up with The Real Junk Food Project Birmingham for a nifty way of recycling some of their leftover Halloween decorations. As part of the park’s Spooky Spectacular event, around 1,700 pumpkins were used to decorate the Discovery Trail, African Village and Adventure Theme Park. After the event ended on […]
West Midland Safari Park enlisted some extra help this year for the festive season in the form of 60 elves, who have been very busy indeed! Lead by a completely new role — head elf — the team of Santa’s little helpers worked extremely hard transforming the park’s Discovery Trail into a winter wonderland, ready […]