Biodiversity Net Gain
Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) is an approach to new development that aims to leave nature in a measurably better state than it was found.
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Barn owl
The beautiful barn owl is, perhaps, our most-loved owl. With its distinctive heart-shaped face, pure white feathers and ghostly silent flight, it's easy to identify. Look out for it flying…
Barn owls
The barn owl is a distinctive bird. Famously hunting on silent wings, they swoop down on their prey unannounced; a soft fringe along the outside of their flight feathers absorbing the noise of their flight. Undisturbed by the sound of their wings flapping, they listen out for the rustling of small mammals in the grass. If you’ve never seen a barn owl before, then winter can be a great time of year to look, as they often extend their hunting hours into daylight to find the extra food they need to get them through the colder months.
Biodiversity Net Gain market to open
A 'market' where businesses, organisations and individuals can support environmental projects in Greater Manchester has received a £99,876 boost.
Biodiversity Net Gain changes put nature at risk
Biodiversity Net Gain is about making sure developers avoid harm to important wildlife habitats, make up for unavoidable losses and go further and give back to nature. Done well, it protects wildlife and supports nature recovery.
But that’s being put at risk by new proposals from UK Government which would mean the vast majority of new developments will be exempt from this process. That’s bad for wildlife, and also bad for people.
But that’s being put at risk by new proposals from UK Government which would mean the vast majority of new developments will be exempt from this process. That’s bad for wildlife, and also bad for people.
How do barn owls hunt and when is the best time to see them?
Communications and Engagement Officer Molly Toal discusses how barn owls hunt and shares tips to increase your chances of seeing these amazing birds in the wild.
On the eighth day - two barn owls feeding
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Government plans for nature and net zero announced today – what does this mean for Lancashire?
Seeds of hope planted but root and branch change on mammoth scale still needed, say The Wildlife Trusts
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Wild privet
Wild privet is a shrub of hedgerows, woodlands and scrub, but is also a popular garden-hedge plant. It has white flowers in summer and matt-black berries in winter that are very poisonous.
Privet hawk-moth
With a torpedo-shaped body and long, narrow wings, the privet hawk-moth is a striking garden visitor. But the caterpillars really stand out: lime-green, with purple streaks and a black hook at the…