Wildlife

Our places provide habitats for lots of different species of wildlife. We're working to ensure that these places and their residents remain protected

A grey seal pup — A new-born grey seal pup, on the Farne Islands

We're working hard to protect...

The stones at Stonehenge, with visitors and the road in the background

The flutter of wings: A new future for Stonehenge

Archaeologist Dr Nick Snashall explores plans for an A303 tunnel at Stonehenge, which will help wildlife thrive.

We are working at Stackpole to ensure the otter population thrives

Protecting otters and bats at Stackpole

Stackpole in Pembrokeshire is home to otters and Greater Horseshoe bats. Once rare, they now thrive in this protected environment.

A group of 12 children and parents plus one of our Rangers go bug searching on St Helens Duver

Take part in a Bioblitz event at our places

We’ve been holding Bioblitzes at our places for a couple of years, and many of you have joined us in a race against the clock to record as many animals and plants as possible at places we look after.

Diane is visitor reception manager and beekeeper at The Courts Garden, Wiltshire — Diane Sleigh, beekeeper

Meet the Beekeeper

Read about our resident beekeeper and visitor reception manager Diane Sleigh, who works at The Courts Garden, Wiltshire.

More about Diane

Bats about conservation

Building surveyor Robert Westmoreland explains how Paddock Cottage in Lyme has been restored to cater for bats

Top places to spot red squirrels

We’ve selected some of our best walking trails for spotting red squirrels, from coastal pine woodlands to ancient hunting forests. Keep your eyes peeled and see how many you can find.

Fluffy white grey seal pup lying on the sand at Blakeney Point

Blakeney Point is a perfect breeding site for grey seals. In 2001 just 25 pups were born but numbers have increased year-on-year and in 2014 it became the largest seal colony in England with 2,426 pups born.

A Robin resting on a fence post — Listen out for the robin

Our guide to birdsong

Ever listened to cheerful chirping and wondered just what was behind the melody? Our birdsong guide will help you out.

A guide to birdsong

Safeguarding nature

Find out how we're helping to look after natural habitats and native species.

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