Brown hare
The brown hare is known for its long, black-tipped ears and fast running - it can reach speeds of 45mph when evading predators.
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Summer into Autumn at Blue House Farm
It's a time of transition at Blue House Farm, with the fledging of Barn Owl chicks and arrival of passage migrants.
Blue House Farm Nature Reserve
Immerse yourself in the best wilderness Essex can offer and witness the true wonder of migration at Blue House Farm
Bittern spotted at Blue House Farm
An extremely elusive bird, the Bittern, known for its booming calls and expert camouflage has been spotted at Essex Wildlife Trust’s Blue House Farm nature reserve.
Nature's Harvest at Blue House Farm
Blue House Farm has been brimming with berries and reed-seeds, and we've been excited to see plenty of wildlife making use of them, including an elusive bird species we don't often get…
Nesting season preparations at Blue House Farm
We're in the process of improving the nesting opportunities for Barn Owls at Blue House Farm as we eagerly await the breeding season.
Michaela Strachan inspires all at Blue House Farm
Michaela Strachan gave a special presentation to support Essex Wildlife Trust at the Blue House Farm nature reserve in North Fambridge.
40-hectare wetland to benefit breeding birds at Blue House Farm
New wetland created at Blue House Farm nature reserve aims to support vulnerable ground-nesting birds.
Return of the Blue House Farm Brent Geese
Our Brent Goose ringing project in collaboration with the Southern Colour Ringing Group, The Essex Recorders Partnership and Essex Birdwatching Society, has been providing some exciting results.…
Befuddling brown birds
Our guide to identifying the small brown birds in your garden.
Robin
The much-loved robin is a garden favourite and one of our most familiar birds, adorning Christmas cards every year. It is very territorial, however, and will defend its post with surprising…
Active Maldon Wellbeing Walk: Blue House Farm
Free monthly supported walks in some of Maldon’s most beautiful wildlife-rich countryside.