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What is hibernation? During the winter months, cold temperatures and a lack of food can make survival challenging for many species. Some animals, particularly birds, solve this problem by migrating to a warmer location where food is more plentiful. Other animals utilise a different solution and enter a period of torpor or hibernation as a … Continue reading “Winter Hibernation”
In our latest Q&A we talk to Andrew Duff, keen naturalist and author of the new book Beetles of Britain and Ireland Volume 3, which joins a monumental 4-volume identification guide to to the adult Coleoptera of the Republic of Ireland, the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland, and the British Crown Dependency … Continue reading “Author Interview: Andrew G. Duff, Beetles of Britain and Ireland Vol 3”
This is an extended version of an article, ‘British wildlife in lockdown’, that appears in the June issue of British Wildlife. Amid the enduring difficulties of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has been heartening to see the resourcefulness, resilience and imagination shown by the naturalist community. To give a taste of this, we asked our British … Continue reading “British wildlife in lockdown”
To celebrate International Women’s Day we have put together a selection of incredible nature and science writing books from some brilliant female writers. Tamed: Ten Species that Changed our World by Alice Roberts In Tamed, Dr. Alice Roberts uncovers the amazing deep history of ten familiar species with incredible wild pasts: dogs, apples and wheat; … Continue reading “Seven Female Nature and Science Writers to Read for International Women’s Day”
It has been a great year for natural history publishing, with the release of long-awaited texts and surprise best-sellers. From nature writing to ID guides, this list comprises the very best natural history books of 2018 which we feel stand out for their novelty, insight, and accessibility. Handbook of Western Palearctic Birds: Passerines (2-Volume Set) £130.00 £150.00 Climate … Continue reading “The Best Natural History Books of 2018”
This post is the second of a four-part series on polarised discussions in science and how to deal with misinformation. You can find Part 1 introducing the topic here, Part 3 on evolutionary biology here, and Part 4 on dealing with misinformation here. There is a broad scientific consensus about the reality of climate change … Continue reading “Anthropogenic Climate Change: Arguments for and against”
As the days grow shorter and cooler, many animals are beginning to look for a safe place to spend the winter. The best way to cater for most hibernating animals is simply not to tidy your garden too much – a pile of leaves at the back of a flower bed provides a great place … Continue reading “Hibernation time – a quick guide to safe overwintering for your garden visitors”
Have you ever felt depressed at the sight of a ‘legoland lawn’? You know the kind of garden I mean? One of those perfectly trimmed and lifeless looking rectangles of grass completely free of insect, frog or bird? A lawn you walk beside, instead of on, in case you ruffle it? You might even have … Continue reading “No Nettles Required”
