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No matter what your interest, whether it be farming, gardening or marine life, we have a blog for you! All our blogs are written by people with a passion for nature.

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Brown argus

The brown argus favours open, chalk and limestone grasslands, but can also be spotted on coastal dunes, in woodland clearings and along disused railways.

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The drinker

This large, fluffy-looking moth is on the wing in July and August, but you might spot a caterpillar at almost any time of year.

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Chiltern gentian

Considered to be one of the prettiest gentians, the Chiltern gentian is a rare plant in the UK. It likes chalk grasslands, its purple, trumpet-shaped flowers blooming from August.

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Black-tailed skimmer

The black-tailed skimmer is a narrow-bodied dragonfly that can be seen flying low over the bare gravel and mud around flooded gravel pits and reservoirs. It is on the wing from May to August.

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Shark Eggs

Have you ever found a shark egg on the beaches and wondered what they are? Find out more in our blog.

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Gannet behaviours to spot on Gannet Cam

Around this time of year, visitors to the Gannet Cam can begin spotting gannet chicks. This blog explains some of the behaviours you may observe on the cam and how to estimate the age of gannet…

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Green Ormer Survey

This blog gives you a glimpse into what it's like to participate in a Green Ormer survey with the AWT. Being a marine volunteer is more than just data collection; it's about resilience,…