Norway spruce
The Norway spruce was introduced into the UK from Scandinavia in the 16th century. It is familiar to us all as the 'original' Christmas tree and displays hanging, reddish-brown, oblong…
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My connection
Norman has a strong connection to the land, having farmed in the local area for sixty years, and has watched the natural habitats evolve. Most of all he likes being outside in the fresh air, as it…
Fallow deer
Although introduced by the Normans, the fallow deer has been here so long that it is considered naturalised. Look out for groups of white-spotted deer in woodland glades.
Educators and Group Leaders
We know you know getting outside is important for development - we also know you're under pressure. We're here to help! Our expert educators love getting muddy and hunting for minibeasts, putting the 'cool' into creepy crawlies and the 'wow' into wildlife.Please browse through our services and contact us on 0121 523 0094 or info@bbcwildlife.org.uk if you'd like to discuss any option further.
Chemical-free organic gardening
Go chemical-free in your garden to help wildlife! Here's how to prevent slugs and insects from eating your plants with wildlife-friendly methods.
Nomination for Joy Fifer MBE to be one of Birmingham City Council's 100 Inspiring Women
To celebrate 100 years since some women got the vote, Birmingham City Council are publishing a book featuring Birmingham women who shaped our city. We’re nominating Joy Fifer MBE and here’s why……
My vocation
Always fascinated by wildlife, Sophie has pursued a career in nature conservation through formal education and traineeships.
She now works as an ecologist, working to conserve Herefordshire’…
Cannon Hill Park Woodlands
In partnership with Birmingham Parks Ranger Service, the Birmingham and Black Country Nature Improvement Area improved woodlands in Cannon Hill Park
Situated in the heart of Birmingham, along the River Rea corridor, Cannon Hill Park is made up of 80 acres of formal parkland and 120 acres of conservation area and woodland plantation
Situated in the heart of Birmingham, along the River Rea corridor, Cannon Hill Park is made up of 80 acres of formal parkland and 120 acres of conservation area and woodland plantation
Gardeners Guide to Slugs and Snails
Are slugs and snails actually beneficial for your garden or would it make a difference if you removed them?
The quick answer to this, for the normal garden, must be no. If your garden is anything like mine and cultivated, it’s already an unnatural situation. We all encourage plants that we like and leave others; we make special efforts to encourage daffodils to flourish, we mow the lawn to stop anything special growing too high, and trim the hedge rows in to neatish lines. Slugs and snails positively thrive in these environments, particularly if we are growing salad plants and over tasty treats.
The quick answer to this, for the normal garden, must be no. If your garden is anything like mine and cultivated, it’s already an unnatural situation. We all encourage plants that we like and leave others; we make special efforts to encourage daffodils to flourish, we mow the lawn to stop anything special growing too high, and trim the hedge rows in to neatish lines. Slugs and snails positively thrive in these environments, particularly if we are growing salad plants and over tasty treats.
Bloody henry starfish
The bloody henry starfish is normally a bright purply-red colour and is found all around the UK.
My laboratory
Nora’s study of bird behaviour explores how small bird communities flock together to ward off larger predators. Nature has many things to teach us and is now widely acknowledged as a key…
Volunteering Opportunities
Browse our current volunteering opportunities and help wildlife in your local area. There are volunteering opportunities across the UK, from supporting events, to community gardening and species surveying.