Kingfisher
Blink and you may miss the fantastic kingfisher! This beautiful bird is easy to recognise thanks to its bright blue and metallic copper colours. It darts along the riverbank or sits patiently on a…
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The kingfisher
The electric flash of blue as a kingfisher whizzes past can cause a stir at any time of year but, as the colours fade in autumn, these birds become even more visible. Look out for them watching…
Reading Rivers: 'Kingfisher' by Jim Crumley
This month, we've been reading 'Kingfisher' by Jim Crumley - an evocative retelling of encounters with this iconic species.
Tales from the Riverbank: Keith Fisher and the Kingfisher
Keith Fisher shares a rare and unexpected fly fishing encounter.
Wildlife Trust welcomes news on threatened Alton meadow
We've welcomed the news that a developer must conduct a full environmental study if they intend to build on a wildlife-rich meadow near Alton
Royal Yachting Association donates £800 to Trust from their Formula Kite European Championships
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) have donated £800 to Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust from their Formula Kite European Championships which took place last year.
How to Save Water in Your Home
With clean water available at the turn of a tap, it's easy to take this natural resource for granted. But did you know that our water use has a big effect on nature? Join us for a deep dive…
How to build a hedgehog home
By providing safe places for hedgehogs to live, you’re much more likely to see these prickly creatures in your garden.
How to go peat free at home
Our homes and gardens have an important role in the fight against climate change. Help preserve vital peatland by going peat free.
Wonderful news for the Wight, but could we be even wilder?
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust responds to Isle of Wight gaining UNESCO Biosphere Reserve status.
How to work from home - and stay connected to nature
When working from home, it can be really easy to stay in front of a screen all day and never venture outdoors. We’ve got some easy ways to help you to connect with nature, even in the middle of a…
Wildlife Trust responds to news of Ofwat penalties for Southern Water
Ofwat has today given notice that it intends to impose a £126million penalty on Southern Water for its past failure to comply with regulations regarding waste water treatment and monitoring.