GET YOUR EAR IN
Birds bring a wonderful soundtrack to spring, and even in towns and cities the array of voices can be quite dazzling. If you are trying...
THE LARGEST INSECT THAT EVER LIVED
The Dragonfly-like Meganeuropsis was a giant insect that plied the skies from the Late Carboniferous to the Late Permian, some 317...
AGRICULTURE BILL: SOIL AT HEART OF UK FARM GRANT REVOLUTION
A promise to do more to protect the soil will form part of a vision for the UK farm industry being unveiled by the government later.
SOLVED: MYSTERY OF ‘ORNAMENTED' COOT CHICKS HAS SURPRISING EXPLANATION
The American coot is a somewhat drab water bird with gray and black feathers and a white beak, common in wetlands throughout North...
NORTH CHILTERNS CHALK WINTER UPDATE
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ANOTHER MASS POISONING IN ZULULAND CAUSES ALARM FOR THE FUTURE OF VULTURES IN THE REGION
Unfortunately, yet another mass poisoning incident occurred in Africa, ending 2019 on a sad note for vulture conservation. Two days...
FALCONS SEE PREY AT SPEED OF FORMULA 1 CAR
Extremely acute vision and the ability to rapidly process different visual impressions - these two factors are crucial when a peregrine...
UK WILDLIFE PODCAST - POND LIFE IN WINTER
The main topic is what pond creatures, such as the pond oilve mayfly, do to survive the cold in winter, and give some tips on how to...
LIFTING THE PETALS OF THE SNOWDROP
The bobbing white blooms of snowdrops fluttering on the road verge or carpeting the woodland floor put a spring in the step of us all...
HS2 COULD THREATEN IRREPLACEABLE NATURAL HABITATS, REPORT WARNS
HS2 risks dividing and destroying “huge swathes” of “irreplaceable” natural habitats, including 108 ancient woodlands, a report has...
ENGLAND'S FIRST WILD BEAVER COLONY IN CENTURIES IS ‘HELPING COMMUNITIES AND CLIMATE'
England's first beavers to live in the wild in 400 years are positively affecting the community and the environment, experts have said.
WILDLIFE VISITORS WARNING OF CLIMATE DISASTER
Great White Egret and Little Egret by Harry Appleyard, Floodplain Forest NR 23 August 2016 Britain's milder weather is attracting exotic...
TOP PLANTS FOR POLLINATORS IN YOUR WILDLIFE GARDEN
Dave Goulson, author of The Garden Jungle , reveals some of the best plants you can grow to give garden pollinators a helping hand.
EXCITING NEW VACANCY!
Peter our webmaster is standing down in March and we are keen to retain and further develop our wonderful website which is proving...
SNOWDROPS GUIDE AND WALKS
After the darkness of winter, snowdrops are a welcome and early sign that spring is on its way. Our snowdrop guide looks at the best...
HS2 DESTROYED TREES IN WAY OF TRAIN LINE WITHOUT PERMISSION
Contractors removed potential habitats for bats and butterflies in Buckingham nature reserve to prepare for rail line
12 ROOSTING BIRDS TO SPOT THIS WINTER
Short winter days may restrict your birdwatching time, but if you're canny you can just wait for the birds to come to you. Use this...
LIFELINE FOR SPECIES ON VERGE OF EXTINCTION
Species on the verge of extinction have been handed a lifeline as £7.4million from The National Lottery is awarded for nature projects...
PLANTS MAKE GALLS TO ACCOMMODATE FOREIGNERS
Gall formation by plants is a commonly-seen phenomenon that occurs in response to foreign entities such as viruses, bacteria, fungi,...
NORTH CHILTERNS CHALK JANUARY 2020 - UPCOMING EVENTS
As we head into January we look forward to our upcoming talks. Please do get in touch to book your place(s) or use the “Book Now” tabs...
Mikel Arteta reveals how David Luiz reacted to Chelsea red card
David Luiz was sent off Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta revealed David Luiz was hugely ‘disappointed' after his red card against former club Chelsea but ultimately immensely... Read more ...
Jeff Bezos had his phone 'hacked' in 2018 after receiving WhatsApp from...
The Guardian reported on Tuesday that the Amazon billionaire received a message from Mohammed Bin Salman's personal phone number which contained a malicious file. Read more ...
Love Island: Fans brand Sophie 'the snake of the series' as she lies about...
In toe-curling scenes the Sophie fiercely denied sharing a kiss with her hunk when confronted by Connagh, after he only learned about the kiss from newcomer Rebecca Gormley. Read more ...
Sheffield United 0-1 Manchester City: Sergio Aguero comes off the bench to...
JACK GAUGHAN AT BRAMALL LANE: Sergio Aguero was Manchester City's hero once again as he came off the bench to score the only goal in their victory over Sheffield United. Read more ...
Joe Cole reveals how Frank Lampard will react to Arsenal draw
Lampard won't be happy Joe Cole believes Frank Lampard will be ‘furious' with his Chelsea side for throwing away two one-goal leads as they could only muster a 2-2 draw... Read more ...
Hillary Clinton walks back her refusal to back Bernie Sanders if he wins...
The 2016 loser reversed after setting off a firestorm in an interview promoting her Hulu documentary about her life and marriage by declining to commit to backing Sanders and... Read more ...
Former Radio 4 Today show host Peter Hobday has died aged 82
Former Radio 4 Today programme presenter Peter Hobday has died at the age of 82. He is survived by his wife Victoria Fenwick, and children John and Natasha. Read more ...
Sharon Osbourne thankful for 'outpouring of love' on The Talk after Ozzy's...
The 71-year-old rocker announced Tuesday that he is battling a 'mild form' of the progressive nervous system disorder, which affects movement. Read more ...
Jared Kushner reportedly used WhatsApp to chat with Mohammed bin Salman, who...
New reporting alleges that Saudi Arabian crown prince Mohammed bin Salman hacked Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos' phone through WhatsApp. The report raises renewed concern about top... Read more ...
Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham delivers yet another injury scare for England...
Frank Lampard insists Chelsea have the firepower to cope if England hitman Tammy Abraham's ankle problem keeps him sidelined for several weeks. Read more ...