Himalayan balsam
As its name suggests, Himalayan balsam is from the Himalayas and was introduced here in 1839. It now an invasive weed of riverbanks and ditches, where it prevents native species from growing.
As its name suggests, Himalayan balsam is from the Himalayas and was introduced here in 1839. It now an invasive weed of riverbanks and ditches, where it prevents native species from growing.
It’s always intrigued me that Kenneth Grahame chose Toad as his most impulsive, charismatic and rumbustious character. An adrenaline junky, desperate to be loved and the antithesis of Ratty’s…
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Badger. Strong defiant, paternal, the only animal that the weasels and stoats won’t dare to cross. It is badger who the other animals turn to when things go wrong, the reluctant leader who steps…
The largest of the UK wrasse species, the ballan wrasse with its striking patterning is a delight for any rocky reef snorkeller or shallow water diver!
Join our Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a guided tour of some of the best rockpools in the UK!
Join us for a Bat Safari in the heart of Bovey Tracey. This will be a walk and talk event.
Devon Wildlife Trust's Marine Engagement team are kicking off monthly sea watches at Wembury Point! Join us on the first Saturday of each month, to learn all about Devon's marine…
Join us on the River Otter for an evening of beaver watching in the company of Devon Wildlife Trust staff.
Join us on the River Otter for an evening of beaver watching in the company of Devon Wildlife Trust staff.
Join our Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a guided tour of some of the best rockpools in the UK!