Starling Murmuration
During the winter months, large numbers of starlings visit Britain from the continent, seeking out the relative warmth of our island climate.
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What is a starling murmuration and why do they form?
Winter brings with it one of nature’s true spectacles: starling murmurations. But what are they, and why do these hypnotic gatherings form?
Where to see starling murmurations
Starling murmurations are one of nature’s greatest showcases. Witnessing one for the first time can take your breath away – there are few things quite like seeing hundreds or even thousands of…
Starling
The starling is a familiar garden visitor that has a beautiful purple-and-green sheen to its black feathers. It is famous for its wintry aerial displays - massive flocks can be seen wheeling over…
Hedgehog facts and information
What do hedgehogs eat? When do hedgehogs hibernate? Where is my nearest hedgehog rescue? All of your questions about these once-common garden favourites answered.
Five marvellous facts about bats!
Are bats really blind? How do bats stop themselves feeling dizzy after hanging upside-down all day? Super-fast muscles?!
Fascinating facts about swifts and how you can help them
How well do you know the UK’s swifts? Here are some fascinating facts about our swooping summer visitors.
Things to do in your area
Things to do in your area is a page dedicated to helping you find things to do near you. From dog walks, free events, cafes and play areas to full nature reserve guides - just click the buttons to search the things to do in your area.
A surprise curlew, a fluffy owlet and then 500 starlings Dave Steel's #30DaysWild
Peatlands birding legend Dave Steel starts another 30 Days Wild challenge, heading off onto the moss on a warm Saturday.
Wednesday Wildlife Conservation Volunteers (Bolton area)
If you live in or around the Bolton area and would like to get outdoors, help us to improve habitats for wildlife and make some new friends why not join our Wednesday Wildlife Volunteers?
Happy World Wetlands Day! (And a Happy Smew Year!)
Charlotte Castle, our heritage and conservation trainee, uncovers what wetlands mean to us and our wildlife this World Wetlands Day
Unmissable winter wildlife spectacles and where to see them
From starling murmurations at Brockholes to resplendent short-eared owls in full flight at Lunt Meadows, here are some of the top winter wildlife spectacles you can see in our region this season…