Over the past five years of my life, I have been working on the natural history television series ‘Wild Isles’ currently airing on BBC1 and iPlayer. I’ve been involved with the production from the very seed of its development as both the series consultant and also as one of the principal camera operators on the project. It’s been a wonderful experience.
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Toads start to come out of hibernation in the UK anytime from January and begin making the journey to their breeding ponds. With so much of our countryside transformed into busy roadways, toads can be at risk of being killed by passing traffic as they try and make the dangerous crossing.
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We're making it easier for you to find eco-friendly, Fairtrade products for the garden that come from more sustainable sources. Good for the wildlife, the environment and for you.
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Our pick of the top five bird baths for your garden and which species they might attract. Find out where to place your bird bath and how to look after it.
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A new report says hedgehog numbers in our urban areas are now stable and may even be recovering. Find out more about the news and what you can do to help.
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Looking for something a little different from the usual satsuma and chestnuts in your stocking this Christmas? Take a look at our top ten Christmas stocking filler ideas to delight friends and family alike.
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Choosing the correct wildlife home for your garden can be a daunting task. So, we’ve put together this guide on what a hedgehog house is and how to choose the right one for your garden.
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With the declining number of natural wooded areas, hedgerows and large trees available, birds are having to find safe alternatives for somewhere to build their nests. Here's how you can help.
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If you’ve ever wondered where the birds that visit your garden during the day, foraging on the ground, flitting among trees or visiting feeders, go at night. Likelihood is they’re roosting. This is when they settle down for rest or sleep, and birds choose how and where they sleep very carefully to ensure they can survive through the night.
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There are four groups of animals which can act as natural predators for the pests we often get in our garden. Encouraging these four animal groups into your garden, vegetable patch or allotment will help to control pests without having to resort to chemicals.
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