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Where to walk on our #BigWildWalk
Help us raise funds for our great green recovery appeal by taking part in our #BigWildWalk. Here are some ideas for your walking challenge this half term.
Celebrating wetlands – where land meets water
We may be a ‘wet’ country, but wetlands – wildlife-rich, carbon-capturing oases – are in shorter supply than you might think. Wetlands have largely been removed from our landscape, and this loss…
Climate Change Act for NI - Where are we now?
Progress towards a Northern Ireland Climate Change Act: a tale of two Bills and what must happen next.
A Climate Change Act for Northern Ireland – where are we now?
The unique position in Northern Ireland of having not one, but two Climate Change Bills currently making their way through the legislative system has seen some significant developments this past…
Roseate tern
This elegant tern is named for the rosy flush to its summer plumage. With just one regular nesting colony, it is the rarest breeding seabird in the UK.
Little tern
Found around our coasts during the breeding season, the little tern is a diminutive seabird. Despite its size, it performs remarkable aerial courtship displays.
Sandwich tern
Found around our coasts during the breeding season, the large Sandwich tern can be spotted diving into the sea for fish such as sandeels. It nests in colonies on sand and shingle beaches, and…
Common tern
During the breeding season, the common tern can be seen around our coasts and also inland at gravel pits, reservoirs and lakes. It nests in noisy colonies and can be spotted plunge-diving for fish…
Arctic tern
The Arctic tern is famed for its aggression towards any that would disturb its nest - it will dive-bomb intruders with its sharp beak. Large, noisy colonies can be found on the Farne Islands and…
Orange-tip
It’s easy to see where these butterflies get their name – the males have bright orange tips on their wings! See them from early spring through to summer in meadows, woodland and hedges.