Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust Blog

Within the heart of the countryside in Hampshire and the Island all sorts of creatures and wildlife can be found hidden amongst the human world that we know. Here are some local mammalian species…

A community project to map and sow wildflower areas in the Peartree ward of Southampton, creating corridors for pollinators such as butterflies and bees, and improving the environment for people…

Tom, one of the wardens for Winnall Moors does his rounds on a Friday morning. He shares his experiences with us here.

As our Wildbeach project draws to a close, Kelly Wetherick reflects on her time running this blend of exploration and learning on the Isle of Wight coast.

We may be a ‘wet’ nation, 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 is…

Starting a new job in the middle of a pandemic is daunting enough, but when that job involves a lot of working outside, training and team working things might seem impossible. Trainee Assistant…

On 8th January the UK Government took a decision that could have far-reaching consequences for our insects. This was to allow farmers to treat sugar beet seed with the banned substance…

Trainee Ecologists Josh Phangurha and Sofie Borek look back on their time at the Trust.

This quick identification guide covers the more widespread species and some of the rarer diving ducks you may encounter around the UK.

For her Advent Calendar this year, Team Wilder member Mathilde had the idea for her son to reveal and complete a wild activity every day, such as observing the birds, going on a bug hunt, planting…