The small tortoiseshell is one of the most recognisable butterflies in the UK. Its wings are a rich reddish-orange, marked with bold black patches and flashes of yellow on the forewings, while a…

As winter loosens its grip, one of the earliest signs of the changing season can be found quietly emerging from the ground. Snowdrops, with their distinctive nodding white flowers, begin to appear…

For centuries we have known that chalk streams are often several kilometres longer in winter than in summer. In recent years however, it has become clear that the sections that go through flowing…

One of our most familiar birds is also one of its smallest. The wren (Troglodytes troglodytes) may be tiny, but during the winter months this charismatic bird proves that size is no barrier to…

Every so often, winter brings with it a bird so striking it stops people in their tracks. With swept-back crests, soft pink-brown plumage and flashes of yellow, red and black, waxwings look almost…

If you enjoy winter walks through the woods, keep an eye on fallen trees and logs – you might spot something that looks like a pile of burnt charcoal buns. These are King Alfred’s Cakes, one of…

Otterbourne Church of England Primary School have embraced learning and discovering the importance of wildlife and the need to protect their local river - the River Itchen.

They have also…

Since 2021, WightFibre has generously supported Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust through corporate membership and continues to champion efforts to protect wildlife and tackle climate…

Look out for barn owls across Hampshire this winter.

Winter is a special time for owl watching, thanks to one of our most distinctive birds of prey – the short-eared owl. Often affectionately known as a “Shortie”, this owl breaks the usual rules by…