The shy and retiring bittern is a master of blending in and can be very difficult to spot in its reedbed home. It does sound like a booming foghorn, however, when it calls, so can often be heard…
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust have published a characterful bittern knitting pattern known as a Knittern to raise funds for their wetland reserves as part of the Wilder Wetlands campaign,
Our blogger sets out to track down a master of disguise at North Cave Wetlands…
The 2nd February marks World Wetland Day, raising global awareness about the vital role of wetlands for people and our planet.
The Trust is celebrating a number of wildlife successes across…
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust are absolutely delighted to announce their first-ever bittern breeding success at North Cave Wetlands nature reserve near Hull, where a juvenile bittern was spotted…
In our quest to protect our marine environment, we often overlook the power of small, local actions. This includes accessible activities like picking up litter. While it might be tempting to…
Be a wildlife saviour and do a litter pick or beach clean!
Hairy bitter-cress is an edible weed of rocky places, walls, gardens and cultivated ground. Gathering wild food can be fun, but it's best to do it with an expert - come along to a Wildlife…
This winter, let your garden go a little wild! By leaving leaf litter on the ground, you’re creating a cosy haven for local wildlife.
The extensive, golden-brown reedbeds that are formed by stands of Common reed are a familiar sight in our wetlands. They provide an important home for many species, including the rare Bittern.
