We have a Climate Change Act! (well, nearly)
On the 9th March 2022 Northern Ireland’s Assembly finally passed a Climate Change Bill – just over two years after declaring a Climate Emergency. This Bill is now awaiting Royal Assent, whereupon…
On the 9th March 2022 Northern Ireland’s Assembly finally passed a Climate Change Bill – just over two years after declaring a Climate Emergency. This Bill is now awaiting Royal Assent, whereupon…
5,000 young people from disadvantaged areas in North and West Belfast are set to benefit from spending time outdoors in nature to help recover from the challenges of the pandemic, in a new youth…
Mackerel are a sign of summer's arrival, when they appear inshore in huge numbers all around the UK. As well as being a sustainable seafood choice, they are an important food source for many…
The humpback whale is making a comeback, with more and more individuals being seen in UK seas every year. They are well known for their acrobatic behaviour - so don't be surprised to see them…
A familiar garden bird, the great tit can be seen around bird tables and feeders, as well as in woodlands and parks. Listen out for its shrill song that sounds just like a bicycle pump being used…
I write this both as President of Ulster Wildlife and as someone who knew Brian well.
These tiny habitats, the source of our streams and rivers, are fundamental to the well-being of whole water catchments.
When he’s not studying at Cumbria University, Ian enjoys volunteering at Thacka Beck. As well as being great for wildlife, this wetland nature reserve helps protects Penrith from flooding when the…
Despite being considered a 'weed' of cultivated ground, the seeds of the Creeping thistle provide an important food source for farmland birds, many of which are declining rapidly.
The stonechat is named for its call, which sounds just like two small stones being hit together! It can be seen on heathland and boggy habitats.
The raven is famous for being the imposing, all-black bird that guards the Tower of London. Wild birds live in forests, and upland and coastal areas in the north and west of the UK.