Welsh wildlife to see in November
This first of November marks the first day of winter here in Wales, Calan Gaeaf. As we delve into the dark half of the Celtic calendar, here are 5 species to look out this winter.
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Spiked shieldbug
The spiked shieldbug has fearsome shoulder projections or 'spikes' and a predatory nature. This brown bug feeds on caterpillars and other insects in woodlands and on heathlands.
30 Days Wild
30 Days Wild is The Wildlife Trusts' annual nature challenge where we ask the nation to do one 'wild' thing a day every day throughout June.
Gwasanaeth Natur Cenedlaethol
Diolch i gyllid gan Lywodraeth Cymru, byddwn yn cyfrannu at ddatblygiad cynllun y Gwasanaeth Natur Cenedlaethol. Nod yr NNS yw adfer byd natur drwy greu swyddi newydd sy’n seiliedig ar fyd natur a chyfleoedd bywoliaeth ac ymgorffori sgiliau gwyrdd ar draws gweithlu’r dyfodol.
Long-winged conehead
The long-winged conehead is so-named for the angled shape of its head. It can be found in grasslands, heaths and woodland rides throughout summer.
Green-winged orchid
A short, but pretty plant of unimproved grasslands, the Green-winged orchid gets its name from the green veins in the 'hood' of its flowers. Look for it in May and June.
Lowland meadow and pasture
Generally found as part of lowland farms or nature reserves, these small, flower-rich fields are at their best in midsummer when the plethora of flowers and insects is a delight. Tiny reminders of…
Spiked water-milfoil
Look out for the feathery leaves of Spiked water-milfoil just below the surface of streams, ditches, lakes and ponds; its red flowers emerge from the water in summer. It provides shelter for a…
Foxglove
The Foxglove is a familiar, tall plant, with pink flower spikes and a deadly nature. In summer, it can be spotted in woodlands and gardens, and on moorlands, roadside verges and waste grounds.
Hairy bitter-cress
Hairy bitter-cress is an edible weed of rocky places, walls, gardens and cultivated ground. Gathering wild food can be fun, but it's best to do it with an expert - come along to a Wildlife…
Yr Arolwg Natur Mawr
Pobl a natur sy’n bwysig yn yr Arolwg Natur Mawr.
Mae Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De a Gorllewin Cymru, a’r Ymddiriedolaethau Natur ar draws y DU, eisiau clywed eich barn chi am rai o’r cwestiynau mwyaf sy’n ymwneud â byd natur a’n rôl ni wrth ofalu amdano.
Mae Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De a Gorllewin Cymru, a’r Ymddiriedolaethau Natur ar draws y DU, eisiau clywed eich barn chi am rai o’r cwestiynau mwyaf sy’n ymwneud â byd natur a’n rôl ni wrth ofalu amdano.
Natur Drws Nesaf
Daeth Natur Drws Nesaf cymunedau Abertawe ynghyd i helpu byd natur! Dros gyfnod o ddwy flynedd ein nod oedd creu gweithredu cymunedol cynaliadwy ac effeithiol dros fywyd gwyllt yn Abertawe - gan rymuso pobl leol trwy drefnu cymunedol.