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Wildlife Trust surveys Cambridgeshire’s protected roadside verges

Wildlife Trust surveys Cambridgeshire’s protected roadside verges

Wildlife Trust surveys Cambridgeshire’s protected roadside verges

01 March 2022

Our verges make up an enormous linear nature reserve.

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The Botanic Garden, a waterbird favourite and tracking down the butcher of Comberton

The Botanic Garden, a waterbird favourite and tracking down the butcher of Comberton

The Botanic Garden, a waterbird favourite and tracking down the butcher of Comberton

22 February 2022

Martin Walters enjoys some familiar and rare sights.


Herbicide-free trials to begin in two Cambridge wards - and residents will be invited to help in 12 other streets

Herbicide-free trials to begin in two Cambridge wards - and residents will be invited to help in 12 other streets

Herbicide-free trials to begin in two Cambridge wards - and residents will be invited to help in 12 other streets

06 February 2022

Campaigners at Pesticide-Free Cambridge call for further measures too.

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50 surveyors, 300 sites - but how many otters are in Cambridgeshire?

50 surveyors, 300 sites - but how many otters are in Cambridgeshire?

50 surveyors, 300 sites - but how many otters are in Cambridgeshire?

01 February 2022

Caroline Fitton, of the Wildlife Trust, writes about otter surveys.


Cambridgeshire man makes 30,000 swift boxes

Cambridgeshire man makes 30,000 swift boxes

Cambridgeshire man makes 30,000 swift boxes

30 January 2022

John Stimpson, 80, has completed a challenge set for him by naturalist and TV presenter Chris Packham.

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Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner condemns government for approving use of bee-killing pesticide against expert advice

Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner condemns government for approving use of bee-killing pesticide against expert advice

Cambridge MP Daniel Zeichner condemns government for approving use of bee-killing pesticide against expert advice

27 January 2022

Defra has granted emergency authorisation of the previously banned neonicotinoid thiamethoxam.

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Ghosts of Wicken Fen: Enjoying the stunning sights of hen harriers and barn owls

Ghosts of Wicken Fen: Enjoying the stunning sights of hen harriers and barn owls

Ghosts of Wicken Fen: Enjoying the stunning sights of hen harriers and barn owls

25 January 2022

Martin Walters’ visit to the National Trust site is rewarded with a sighting of Britain’s rarest bird of prey.


Heart-warming ‘Lovebirds’ is a visual feast for readers

Heart-warming ‘Lovebirds’ is a visual feast for readers

Heart-warming ‘Lovebirds’ is a visual feast for readers

16 January 2022

Local artist Jamie Suggs’ beautifully illustrated new title published by Cambridge Children’s Books


Cambridge-based PitPat launches GPS tracker for dogs

Cambridge-based PitPat launches GPS tracker for dogs

Cambridge-based PitPat launches GPS tracker for dogs

13 January 2022

First cellular canine device to include lifetime connectivity rather than a costly monthly subscription


Antarctica’s pristine ecosystem at risk from invasive species hitching a ride on ships, warn Cambridge researchers

Antarctica’s pristine ecosystem at risk from invasive species hitching a ride on ships, warn Cambridge researchers

Antarctica’s pristine ecosystem at risk from invasive species hitching a ride on ships, warn Cambridge researchers

10 January 2022

University of Cambridge and British Antarctic Survey study warns more bio-security measures are needed.


Biodiversity net gain of 20% to be encouraged on new developments in Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire

Biodiversity net gain of 20% to be encouraged on new developments in Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire

Biodiversity net gain of 20% to be encouraged on new developments in Cambridge and South Cambridgeshire

07 January 2022

Bird and bat boxes, hedgehog-friendly fencing and biodiverse roofs among measures encouraged.

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Removal of the old guard at Trumpington Meadows

Removal of the old guard at Trumpington Meadows

Removal of the old guard at Trumpington Meadows

28 December 2021

Caroline Fitton, of The Wildlife Trusts, explains why the way we protect saplings is changing.


Christmas birds and berries: Enjoying nature’s seasonal changes

Christmas birds and berries: Enjoying nature’s seasonal changes

Christmas birds and berries: Enjoying nature’s seasonal changes

21 December 2021

Martin Walters explores some of the sights of winter.


Nature protection must be a key part of our climate crisis response, says Fauna & Flora International

Nature protection must be a key part of our climate crisis response, says Fauna & Flora International

Nature protection must be a key part of our climate crisis response, says Fauna & Flora International

14 December 2021

Opinion | FFI chief executive Mark Rose writes about what must happen now, after COP26.

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The Wildlife Trust in Cambridgeshire introduces a Young People's Forum

The Wildlife Trust in Cambridgeshire introduces a Young People's Forum

The Wildlife Trust in Cambridgeshire introduces a Young People's Forum

30 November 2021

Plus details of the trust’s photography exhibition for 2022.


Prehistoric monster from the deep discovered on Cambridgeshire farmland - and it could be a new species

Prehistoric monster from the deep discovered on Cambridgeshire farmland - and it could be a new species

Prehistoric monster from the deep discovered on Cambridgeshire farmland - and it could be a new species

28 November 2021

Paleontologist Jamie Jordan was alerted by a metal detectorist.

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Impressive display of waders at WWT Wildfowl and Wetland Centre at Welney

Impressive display of waders at WWT Wildfowl and Wetland Centre at Welney

Impressive display of waders at WWT Wildfowl and Wetland Centre at Welney

23 November 2021

Martin Walters pays a visit to the reserve in Norfolk.

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Cambridge shows solidarity for UK-wide climate justice ‘day of action’

Cambridge shows solidarity for UK-wide climate justice ‘day of action’

Cambridge shows solidarity for UK-wide climate justice ‘day of action’

07 November 2021

COP26 is focus for 1,000 marchers – and in Glasgow, local hero Push describes what he encountered in the Blue Zone

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Global Day of Action for Climate Justice: Environmental groups march in Cambridge with 1km long ‘umbilical cord’

Global Day of Action for Climate Justice: Environmental groups march in Cambridge with 1km long ‘umbilical cord’

Global Day of Action for Climate Justice: Environmental groups march in Cambridge with 1km long ‘umbilical cord’

06 November 2021

The events have been organised by the Cambs COP26 Coalition.

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COP26 agenda on agriculture ‘disappointing’, says Agri-TechE ahead of annual conference

COP26 agenda on agriculture ‘disappointing’, says Agri-TechE ahead of annual conference

COP26 agenda on agriculture ‘disappointing’, says Agri-TechE ahead of annual conference

05 November 2021

Full details on upcoming event’s agenda including REAP showcase on Wednesday


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