February is an odd month. On sunny days I feel like spring is nearly here, but the next day we can be back in winter. The snowdrops are all out, making a splendid show, and the first primroses are…

A peek at the passionate world of animal courtship

Nature provides such a pleasure for all the senses, and keeping a nature diary is a beautiful way to note, remember and share the joy that is experienced.

Our native reptiles and amphibians wouldn't survive the winter weather if they stayed active throughout. So, instead they look for somewhere safe and protected from the coldest conditions and…

Celebrate #NationalRobinDay! A robin, feathers fluffed out on a snowy twig, will almost certainly feature on several of the Christmas cards you receive – every year. This has been the case since…

Nothing beats being outside in nature! But connecting with our environment can be full of barriers, especially as autumn and winter arrive.

Fresh evergreens as Christmas decorations are a lovely way to celebrate. There’s nothing to beat the natural look and evocative scent, so why not bring a bit of wildness into your home this…

Have you spotted any mysterious tracks or unexplained droppings? Solve the case with some tips from Darren Tansley, the Mammal Detective.

How about creating a Christmas tree with a difference this year, by making decorations that can be eaten by birds! It looks wonderful and will also help support garden wildlife through this…

The Bilberry bumblebee is particularly attractive, with bright yellow bands on the thorax and a rich orange-red tail covering around two-thirds of the abdomen. Depending on the season, queens…