Rare Starved Wood-Sedge Rescued from Threat on Somerset Footpath Wednesday, December 24, 2025 conservation rareplants starvedwoodsedge somerset habitat speciesrecoverytrust wetlands biodiversity mendiphills endangered One of the UK’s rarest plants, the starved wood-sedge, has faced a new threat after it began growing directly on a public footpath in Somerset. Conservationists have intervened swiftly to protect this critically endangered … Read More
One of the UK’s Rarest Plants Rescued from Somerset Footpath Wednesday, December 24, 2025 starvedwood-sedge conservation somerset speciesrecoverytrust wetlands rareplants habitatloss mendiphills biodiversity endangered Conservationists have stepped in to protect one of the UK’s rarest plants after it “rather catastrophically decided” to grow on a public footpath, putting it at risk. The starved wood-sedge, a critically rare … Read More
Wild-Looking Ponies on Exmoor Gathered in a Secret Annual Tradition Wednesday, October 29, 2025 exmoor ponies conservation breeding endangered heritage wildlife studbook rarebreeds autumn Every autumn on Exmoor, a remarkable tradition unfolds as local families gather the famous Exmoor ponies. Despite their wild appearance, every Exmoor pony actually has an owner. For example, the Anchor Herd, roaming freely on … Read More
Wild Exmoor Ponies Rounded Up in a Time-Honored Tradition Wednesday, October 29, 2025 exmoor ponies roundup heritage conservation breeding rare endangered native wildlife Every autumn, the dramatic roundup of Exmoor ponies takes place on the moorlands, a captivating tradition that preserves one of Britain’s rarest native breeds. Although commonly believed to be wild, every Exmoor pony is … Read More
Longleat Mourns Beloved Red Panda Lionel Wednesday, September 17, 2025 longleat redpanda lionel conservation breeding international wildlife endangered keeper cubs Longleat has announced with great sadness the passing of Lionel, one of their cherished red pandas and a firm favourite among visitors. At just eight years old, Lionel’s loss is deeply felt by the Longleat family and all who … Read More
Marchioness of Bath Conquers Kenyan Lewa Marathon to Support Wildlife Conservation Thursday, July 3, 2025 marchioness lewa marathon kenya tusk conservation wildlife fundraising safari endangered sport Emma Thynn, the Marchioness of Bath, left behind the comforts of her Longleat estate to challenge herself in the rugged landscapes of northern Kenya by participating in the 25th Lewa Safari Marathon on June 28. Taking on a … Read More