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Sad news as Lincolnshire’s crane chicks succumb to the weather
Recently hatched crane chicks at Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust’s Willow Tree Fen nature reserve have sadly died following a spell of poor weather.
Bad news for bees: Government reverses ban on bee-killing neonicotinoids
The Government has bowed to pressure from the National Farmers Union and agreed to authorise the use of the highly damaging neonicotinoid thiamethoxam for the treatment of sugar beet seed in 2021…
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Keep up to date with the latest stories, research, projects and challenges as we work to tackle the climate and nature crisis.
Dog walkers - please help our wildlife this spring
We all love to get outdoors with our dogs, for the fantastic exercise and the chance to explore together. Here are our key facts and tips on dog walking to help Lincolnshire’s wildlife thrive this…
Threatened sand dunes given new lease of LIFE
Sand dunes across England are set for a golden future following £4.3 million worth of funding to help restore and protect these at risk habitats.
How to attract moths and bats to your garden
Plant flowers that release their scent in the evening to attract moths and, ultimately, bats looking for an insect-meal into your garden.
Chamomile
Chamomile releases a beautiful, apple-like scent when crushed. For this reason, it was used in Elizabethan times as a plant for lawns and seats! Today, it is scarce in the wild, its grassland…
Musk beetle
The metallic-green Musk beetle lives up to its name: it releases a musky-smelling secretion when it defends itself. It is a longhorn beetle, so has lengthy antennae. Look for it near wetlands in…
Scots pine
The Scots pine is the native pine of Scotland and once stood in huge forests. It suffered large declines, however, as it was felled for timber and fuel. Today, it is making a comeback - good news…
My sanctuary
Anne’s garden provides an amazing place for wildlife. She has helped rescue hedgehogs and released them to start a life in the wild again from there. Her camera traps allow her to see when they…