Goblin's gold
This dazzling moss grows in dark places, catching any faint light to glow a golden-green.
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Local Wildlife Sites
Local Wildlife Sites are areas of land that are especially important for their wildlife. They are some of our most valuable wildlife areas.
2-spot ladybird
A common ladybird, the black-on-red markings of the 2-spot Ladybird are familiar to many of us.
7-spot ladybird
One of our most common ladybirds, the black-on-red markings of the 7-spot ladybird are very familiar. Ladybirds are a gardeners best friend as they eat insects that love to nibble on garden plants…
14-spot ladybird
The 14-spot ladybird is one of three yellow ladybirds in the UK. Look for it in grassland, woodland and gardens. Ladybirds are beneficial insects, managing garden pests - encourage them by putting…
22-spot ladybird
The 22-spot ladybird is one of three yellow ladybirds in the UK. Look for it in grassland, woodland and gardens. Ladybirds are beneficial insects, managing garden pests - encourage them by putting…
Ray Island photo wins the public vote!
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Fabulous fungi and where to spot it this autumn
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Where to spot winter birds in Essex
As the temperature drops and the days grow shorter, Essex transforms into a haven for thousands of wintering birds.
Nature declines demand top spot on political agenda
The Wildlife Trusts give politicians five priorities to support nature recovery after State of Nature Report 2023 reveals drastic declines.