Foulney Island
Arctic and little tern breed on this island nature reserve during the summer whilst in autumn and winter it's a great site to see waders.
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New warden to protect rare terns at Foulney Island
After a difficult year for terns on Foulney Island Nature Reserve, we once again have a seasonal warden to help protect these rare seabirds
Arctic tern eggs spotted at Foulney Island Nature Reserve
Our seasonal warden spots camouflaged eggs at coastal nature reserve near Barrow
Vandalism at Foulney Island Nature Reserve
Intruders damage important electrical equipment that helps protect rare birds
Successful seabird breeding season at South Walney and Foulney Island Nature Reserves
Number of chicks fledging is up at two coastal nature reserves near Barrow, despite ongoing disturbance issues
Sandwich tern
Found around our coasts during the breeding season, the large Sandwich tern can be spotted diving into the sea for fish such as sandeels. It nests in colonies on sand and shingle beaches, and…
Steve Doyle
An instrumental force in bringing species of butterfly back from the brink in Cumbria.
Grey seals by Skomer Island warden, Nathan Wilkie
Grey seal pups are one of the most popular highlights of the UK nature calendar, with thousands of people heading to seal pupping hotspots to see the fluffy white pups for themselves. The UK is…
Arctic tern
The Arctic tern is famed for its aggression towards any that would disturb its nest - it will dive-bomb intruders with its sharp beak. Large, noisy colonies can be found on the Farne Islands and…
Common tern
During the breeding season, the common tern can be seen around our coasts and also inland at gravel pits, reservoirs and lakes. It nests in noisy colonies and can be spotted plunge-diving for fish…
Off to Northern Ireland and Rathlin Island for rock-pooling and shore surveys with the Marine trainees
The highlight of June was a fantastic week in Northern Ireland with our marine trainees, meeting Ulster Wildlife’s Nature Skills trainees and rekindling my interest in our seas.
Roseate tern
This elegant tern is named for the rosy flush to its summer plumage. With just one regular nesting colony, it is the rarest breeding seabird in the UK.