Curled dock
Curled dock is often considered a 'weed'. It can be found near water or on disturbed ground almost anywhere. It is similar to Broad-leaved dock, with which it can hybridise.
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Invasive species week - Introducing the American mink
American mink are non-native and pose a threat to water voles in our region. Naturally Native Project Officer, Emily Marshall takes a detailed look at this species and how we can help restore…
Water dock
As its name suggests, Water dock likes damp places, such as the egdes of canals, ponds and rivers. It is a tall plant with large, greenish flower spikes.
Broad-leaved dock
Broad-leaved dock is well-known to most of us as the remedy for Stinging nettle irritations. Often considered a 'weed', it can be found next to water or on disturbed ground almost…
Curlew
The eerie, 'cur-lee' call of the curlew is a familiar sound of wet grasslands, moorlands, farmland and coasts. Its unmistakeable long, downcurved bill is perfect for probing the mud for…
Stone curlew
Stone curlews are unusual waders with large yellow eyes - perfect for hunting beetles at night.
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Braving the cold to spruce up a special lady
Throughout all covid ups and downs since last March, and 2021 beginning with a second UK lockdown, Northumberlandia aka the “Lady of the North”, has kept a watchful eye over the reserve on Blagdon…
Pet owners urged to help keep wildlife and livestock safe this spring
Northumberland Wildlife Trust is urging dog owners to keep their pets on short leads now that birds are nesting, species are emerging from hibernation and to protect grazing livestock.
Pet owners urged to help keep wildlife and livestock safe this spring
Northumberland Wildlife Trust is urging dog owners to keep their pets on short leads now that birds are nesting, species are emerging from hibernation, and to protect grazing livestock.
Spectacular wildlife of Kielder Forest showcased in new Channel 5 Wild Animal Rescue series
Presenters Steve Backshall, Bill Oddie, Miranda Krestovnikoff and Lindsey Chapman join forces with wildlife experts as they discover the current status of our native species.
Conservation leaders warn of ‘Perfect Storm’ threatening England’s wildlife and most special places
'Build baby build’ agenda could speed up nature's decline to the point of no return