Pond patrol
Discover some of the special species living in a garden pond, with entomologist Ben Keywood.
Discover some of the special species living in a garden pond, with entomologist Ben Keywood.
At the start of the year, I was approached by Grace at Radnorshire Wildlife Trust and asked if I would like to become an official Toad Patroller. Having taken part in Toad Patrols around…
The rare natterjack toad is found at just a few coastal locations, where it prefers shallow pools on sand dunes, heaths and marshes.
Despite its warts and ancient associations with witches, the common toad is a gardener's friend, sucking up slugs and snails. It is famous for migrating en masse to its breeding ponds.
Mahesh doesn’t get much time to see Tanvi during the week so weekend adventures with outside are a must.
The parrot waxcap is a small, slimy mushroom with a beautiful emerald green colour.
Our smallest breeding seabird, the storm petrel is barely larger than a house martin! They mostly nest among rocks or in burrows on small offshore islands.
Siti and Amin love visiting Stocker’s Lake for a walk at the weekend. It’s just 15 minutes from where they live in Rickmansworth. The great outdoors is right on your doorstep.
Building dens, climbing trees, mountain biking or looking for fairies, Jane and her family can spend hours getting close to nature in the woods near their home.