Injured Otter Cub Iris Triumphs After Near-Road Rescue in Devon Monday, November 10, 2025 otter wildlife rescue rehabilitation rspca trauma charity conservation volunteers devon A tiny otter cub named Iris is making a remarkable recovery after being found cold, weak, and injured near a busy main road outside Taunton earlier this month. Discovered hypothermic and lethargic, Iris was barely clinging to … Read More
New Rewilding Site Opens Near Bere Regis to Protect Dorset’s Heathlands Friday, October 31, 2025 rewilding conservation dorset heathlands wildlife nature biodiversity community greenspace restoration A newly established stretch of countryside near Bere Regis provides locals with a peaceful place to connect with nature, all while playing a vital role in protecting Dorset’s rare heathland habitats. Situated just off the … Read More
Purpose-Built Bat Cave Unveiled to Restore Habitat and Boost Local Biodiversity Thursday, October 30, 2025 bats conservation biodiversity habitat wichelstowe roost ecology development wildlife protection A derelict farm in Wichelstowe has been transformed into a purpose-built bat cave, providing a specially designed sanctuary for bats displaced during recent development. This new underground home forms a key part of a wider … 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
Urgent Warning Issued After Bird Flu Detected at Somerset Nature Reserve Tuesday, October 28, 2025 birdflu somerset hamwall nature reserve wildlife outbreak rspb closure safety A recent discovery of bird flu at the Ham Wall nature reserve in Somerset has prompted urgent precautions by the managing charity. Although fewer than 20 birds have been affected over the past eight weeks, and none have … Read More