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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New wildlife species recorded in North Manchester
Local residents have discovered and recorded several new species of animal in North Manchester parks.
The habitats of the Great Manchester Wetlands
The Great Manchester Wetlands is a is a 185-square mile Nature Improvement Area, made up of a variety of special and important habitats.
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!
Adopt a Species
Adopt a red squirrel, hedgehog, bee or barn owl and help protect Lancashire’s wildlife. Choose your digital or by-post adoption pack today.
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…
A new wave of protection announced for Lancashire’s seas today
Rare and mysterious creatures will be protected in Lancashire’s estuaries, which have become part of a network of wildlife havens that will surround the UK.
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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 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.
Rare breed goats creating healthy habitats
A new herd of Cheviot goats have joined our conservation grazing project, helping to manage our nature reserves for wildlife.
HS2 will cut through wildlife habitats
Plans for HS2, a multi-billion pound, high speed railway line from London to Manchester, are creating huge concerns for conservationists in the North West.
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…