Otterly adorable

Peek over the parapet of a bridge just as daylight bleeds into dusk, gazing down through the clear layers of a shallow river or chalk stream, and you may glimpse the shadowy, serpentine form of an eel

Often associated with the much-loved Wind in the Willows, the beloved water vole is a welcome addition to Britain’s waterways. However, unfortunately the creatures are currently endangered in Britain.

I HAVE written numerous pieces about mallard – this our most ubiquitous duck is a survivor. Mallard can be found almost everywhere, and I love them and never tire of watching them. They are underrated

The UK population of these lovely animals has been in decline, but conservation projects are doing vital work to help

A healthy ecosystem in the garden has so many benefits for your plants and local wildlife. The autumn and winter months can be notoriously tricky for plot visitors thanks to the diminished food resour

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