Short-eared owl
The short-eared owl, or 'Shortie', is an unusual owl because it prefers to be out and about in the daytime. It is most easily spotted in winter, when resident birds are joined by…
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Autumn wonders – owls in the half-light
Owls are some of our most captivating birds. Easier to spot as they hunt at dawn and dusk, they retain a sense of mystery. In many cases, the sound of a far-off owl is far more common than the…
Long-eared owl
Unsurprisingly, the nocturnal long-eared owl sports large 'ear tufts' on its head, while the short-eared owl has much smaller ear tufts. A shy bird, it is best spotted around the coast…
Our photo competition winners!
See the winners of our 2019 photo competition, celebrating our nature reserves!
State of Yorkshire's Nature
The first ever State of Yorkshire's Nature report sets out how Yorkshire's wildlife is fairing.
Living Seas LIVE
Welcome to Living Seas LIVE! Our series of monthly marine talks hosted by our Living Seas team. Each month we will be joined by fantastic special guests to chat about the North Sea, its wildlife, and the work that is being done to protect it.
Yorkshire's woodland wonders
Explore the beauty and importance of Yorkshire's woodlands. Learn about the woodlands we manage, the conservation work we do, and how you can get involved.
Photographing Yorkshire's Wildlife in Winter
The Yorkshire winter might feel bleak at first glance. Bare trees, frosty mornings, and short days but for wildlife photographers, it offers a magical stage to capture the secret lives of the…
The State of Yorkshire's Nature Report
Rachael Bice, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust’s CEO, talks about the State of Yorkshire's Nature - a groundbreaking evidence report and a first for our whole region! #YorkshireNatureReport
Yorkshire's dragons
As global temperatures continue to rise year on year, creatures found in hot southernly regions, like dragonflies are being forced to expand their range further north – that’s why we’re future…
Bringing Yorkshire’s Nature Back
Our blueprint for delivering 30 by 30 in Yorkshire.
Yorkshire's spooky species
As Halloween draws near, we reveal some of Yorkshire's most weird and wonderful wildlife.