One of the most heart lifting sounds of spring is the clear, ringing voice of the song thrush (Turdus philomelos).

Small and fast flying, the holly blue is usually the first blue butterfly to be seen each year, appearing from late April and May.

Chalk streams are among the most precious and rare freshwater ecosystems on Earth, and we are lucky to enjoy them across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Characterised by their crystal-clear,…

One of the first hints that spring is stirring comes from the flutter of a lemon‑yellow butterfly.

Pamber Forest's quarterly roundup, including seasonal highlights and works on the reserve

Nature across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight shapes the places we live and the wildlife we are proud to share our home with.

In November last year, the Nuclear Regulatory Review (known as the Fingleton Review) was published, setting out recommendations to accelerate nuclear development in the UK. But from the outset,…

Each spring, one of the most enchanting sounds drifting through woodlands, parks and gardens is the gentle, cascading song of the willow warbler (Phylloscopus trochilus), which sings its melodious…

As winter loosens its grip, an extraordinary wildlife migration takes place. While most of us are heading home from work or settling in for the night, hundreds of toads are setting out on an…

As winter fades and the countryside awakens, one of the most uplifting signs of spring is the song of the skylark. This small, streaky brown bird can often be heard long before it is seen, filling…