Wildlife highlights this summer
Merging natural history, ecological monitoring and wildlife conservation has provided some new 'shared' highlights at the Great Fen this summer.
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Autumn highlights
Water levels have been relatively high on parts of the Fen, and as of the end of August, various water bodies at Rymes Reedbed continue to attract a variety of bird and insect life.
Wildlife
The Great Fen is a fantastic place to see all kind of wildlife, plants and stunning scenery.
A Youth Ranger's Survey for the DofE Award
For the last six months, Youth Ranger Nathanael has been diligently working towards the Duke of Edinburgh's Award in the Great Fen. Visiting every two weeks to complete a bird transect, he…
Water for Wildlife
It’s an important time to consider how we can support wildlife with water on both a local and landscape-scale.
Help wildlife in the cold
The colder months can be a tough time for wildlife, food is scarce and hibernators are looking for shelter. That's why we’ve put together our top tips for maintaining your garden for wildlife…
Bird cherry
The bird cherry can be found in wet woodlands and along streams in upland areas, in particular. Its fragrant blossom appears in April and is followed by bitter, black fruits - good for wildlife,…
Wildlife day and night, in the Great Fen
The last Saturday of August is International Bat Night and so, once again, volunteers and staff from the Wildlife Trust guided the public on a bat survey of Woodwalton Fen National Nature Reserve…
How to help wildlife at school
Whether feeding the birds, or sowing a wildflower patch, setting up wildlife areas in your school makes for happier, healthier and more creative children.
Our Favourite Fen Wildlife
Staff and volunteers in the Great Fen are fortunate to spend their days enjoying the best of the Fen's wildlife. What were their top spots in 2022?
How to make a hedge for wildlife
Hedges provide important shelter and protection for wildlife, particularly nesting birds and hibernating insects.
How to help wildlife at work
Attracting wildlife to your work will help improve their environment – and yours!