Explore the coast
The Yorkshire coast is a special place to a variety of wildlife. We want to give you the tools and information to be able to explore these in your own time.
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Get your wellies on - we're off an adventure! All you need to help you learn about the amazing wildlife Yorkshire has to offer while you're out and about.
Wildlife Gardening: Ask an Expert
Alastair Fitter, President of Yorkshire Wildlife Trust, answers your questions about wild gardening, Yorkshire’s wild future, and more...
Meadow grasshopper
The meadow grasshopper can be found in damp, unimproved pastures and meadows throughout summer. Males can be seen rubbing their legs against their wings to create a 'song' for the…
Mottled grasshopper
The mottled grasshopper can be found in dry grasslands, such as railway cuttings, and heathlands throughout summer. Males can be seen rubbing their legs against their wings to create a 'song…
Wildlife Gardening Hub
Welcome to our wildlife gardening hub. Grow your knowledge, discover expert advice, get green inspiration and so much more!
Wildlife Gardening Award 2024
Community Engagement Manager, Jo, tells us all about the success of our Wildlife Gardening Award which launched in 2023. Applications are now open for 2024 - read on to learn why you should enter…
Recognise, record and report wildlife crime
Together we can protect Yorkshire's wildlife
Get closer to nature and explore your wild garden
Alastair Fitter, Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Trustee and Emeritus Professor of Ecology at the University of York, gives his top tips for exploring your local green space.
Autumn Wildlife Trail
Explore more about autumn wildlife on this self guided trail and see what you can spot!
Large marsh grasshopper
The UK's largest native grasshopper is also one of its rarest, found only on wetlands in a few parts of England.
Why should we garden with wildlife in mind?
Gardening for wildlife benefits birds, butterflies, hedgehogs and even you! Read on to discover more...