Species reintroduction
The Great Manchester Wetlands Species Reintroduction project aims to provide new homes for species that have been lost due to wetland habitat destruction and restore lost biodiversity.
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Keep up-to-date on all the news from Lancashire Wildlife Trust, including visits, campaigns, latest sightings and so much more.
Which species are found in wet woodlands?
The Wet Willow Wildlife project focuses on a range of species characteristic of wet willow woodlands. The project is supporting these species through habitat improvement and surveys (improving…
Which bat species are found in Lancashire?
As counties go, Lancashire is completely batty! Find out which bat species can be found across the North West.
New wildlife species recorded in North Manchester
Local residents have discovered and recorded several new species of animal in North Manchester parks.
Spring bees: Which species are on the wing first?
Have you heard the familiar whirr of bees buzzing around your garden yet? Many species emerge in spring to gorge on early nectar and find nest sites, so it’s the perfect time to go on a little bee…
New UK wasp species discovered in Oswaldtwistle
When Project Officers Ben Hargreaves and John Lamb get together, they are usually working on something very special – like finding a wasp that had never been recorded in the UK!
Three species, one WILD comeback
We're on a mission to bring back three amazing insect species to their historic home in Greater Manchester's peatlands.
Species spotlight: Foxgloves, bee-friendly havens
In this guest blog, Horticulturist Kevin Line explores a year in the life of the common foxglove, and explains why it's such a beneficial plant for bees and other insects in the garden.
Species spotlight: red campion, a pollinator-friendly garden favourite
In this guest blog, Horticulturist Kevin Line teaches us about red campion, a beautiful native wildflower which is a favourite of many pollinator species in our gardens and beyond.
Species spotlight: Yarrow, a wildflower with many talents
In this guest blog, Horticulturist Kevin Line teaches us all about yarrow (Achillea millefolium), a native wildflower which holds a wealth of beneficial qualities for pollinators, its neighbouring…