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Feel alive in wildlife-rich wetlands this spring
Spring brings new star species to Slimbridge. From kingfishers nesting to cranes displaying.
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There's plenty to see and do at Slimbridge Wetland Centre, here are a few of our favourites...
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If you visit a WWT reserve in the spring or summer, you’ll see a huge range of wildflowers blooming. Here is a quick guide to some common (and more uncommon) wetland wildflowers you might see.
1 July 2020
Today we will share what some of our most beloved mammals were up to while our doors were closed, in our second and final captive collection keeper diary entry, from Rosie Griffin, Living Collections Supervisor (Mammals), WWT Slimbridge. Hello! My job
26 June 2020
While we were under lockdown and closed to visitors, we noticed some slightly changed behaviour among our animals, especially among the geese! Some behaviours were more intriguing than others and remarkable enough that we thought you might enjoy reading.
16 June 2020
How do you tell the difference between a coot and a moorhen? They actually have quite a few diverse characteristics. Learn more about the life of the humble morning and how they are actually quite complex characters.
16 June 2020
In spring and summer, ducklings abound on rivers and ponds around the UK. Mallards are caring mums, but their task isn’t easy.
11 June 2020
Hello! And welcome to another round up of our top wildlife picks from across our sites.
10 June 2020
What do the songs and calls of birds mean, why do they sing more at certain times of the day or year and is it emotional or purely a means of survival?
2 June 2020
If you’re wondering what our favourite residents are up to during lockdown, here’s a sneak peek from those busy taking care of the animals. If you’re missing the cheeky antics of our otters or the welcoming peck of a goose you’re in for a treat…
19 May 2020
It seems that home really is where the heart is, even if you’re a black-tailed godwit. With good numbers already returning to Project Godwit sites this year, the future looks bright for these iconic waders.
19 May 2020
Wildlife courtship displays can be dazzling to watch. From dances to poses, here are some wetland courtship displays to look out for this spring.
14 May 2020
Have you ever noticed how many different birds there are in spring? Every year a huge biodiversity of bird life migrates to the UK's wetlands, from water-loving raptors like the osprey to the bird with the longest migration in the world.
3 May 2020
Since lockdown began we’ve been working hard to bring nature to you. Our social media channels have been full of the hum and buzz of spring on our reserves. It’s a great way for you at home to feel connected to the wetland nature we're missing.
2 May 2020
Get to know common birdsong this International Dawn Chorus Day
30 April 2020
Spring has sprung and the Bewick’s swans are making excellent progress on their migration back to their breeding grounds in the Russian Arctic!
31 March 2020
Spring arrives with less of a bang, and more of a gradual unfolding of life. From catkins to kingfishers to migratory birds, here's a quick guide as to what you can find in wetlands in spring.
25 March 2020