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Annual meadow-grass
Annual meadow-grass is a coarse, vigorous grass that can be found on waste ground, bare grassland and in lawns. In some situations, it can be considered a weed.
Annual Report
Join a nature extravaganza with our first ever Wilder Festival and Annual Awards
Sign up and get excited about all things wild with the free virtual Wilder Festival and Annual Awards on Saturday 19th June and Sunday 20th June.
Winners of the first ever Wilder Annual Awards revealed
Individuals, groups, and organisations who have championed wildlife and made space for nature within their communities have been recognised by Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust
Common sexton beetle
The Common sexton beetle is one of several burying beetle species in the UK. An undertaker of the animal world, it buries dead animals like mice and birds, and feeds and breeds on the corpses.
Spiny lobster
Spiny lobster, crawfish, crayfish, rock lobsters - many names, one animal! This pretty lobster was made extinct in many areas through overfishing, but is now making a slow comeback.
Swanwick Lakes toad crossing - Frogs and Toads saved on their annual migration
During February, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust rescued 170 toads and 7 frogs, thanks to the efforts of the Trust’s Education and Engagement team based at Swanwick Lakes Nature…
Wood avens
Look for wood avens along hedgerows and in woodlands. Its yellow flowers appear in spring and provide nectar for insects; later, they turn to red, hooked seedheads that can easily stick to a…
Earthworms – our underrated, underground allies
Charles Darwin considered earthworms to be the most important animal in the history of the world.
Beaver
Beavers are the engineers of the animal world, creating wetlands where wildlife can thrive. After a 400-year absence, beavers are back in Britain!
Purple emperor
The male purple emperor is a stunning butterfly with a brilliant purple sheen. Look for it feeding around the treetops in woodlands, or on damp ground, animal droppings or even carrion in the…