Weed or Wildflowers We use the term “weed” quite freely but what it really is, is just the wrong plant, in wrong place, at the wrong time. One persons weed is another person’s favourite wild flower and weeding is complete dependant on what plants you are trying to cultivate. Every square inch of your plot […]

State of Nature In Oxfordshire 2017 Report  In 2013 the first State of Nature report was published which detailed the changes nationally in nature since 1960’s. The findings of the 2013 report detailed some shocking and worrying trends including the loss of natural habitat across the board through wetlands, woodlands, wildflower meadows and grasslands. The […]

Creating A Wildlife Haven - Woodlands I think we can all probably agree that woodlands are havens for wildlife, from the smallest insects to birds and mammals, creating a woodland is a fantastic way to help the local fauna and flora. A single large native oak tree supports hundreds of species, now imagine what you […]

Amenity Grassland and Wildlife Habitats Our nation’s wildlife is often restricted to semi-natural habitats. It can be difficult for many species to prosper when these sites are isolated and the connections between them, which act as wildlife corridors, have been lost. It is crucial that urban development and the impact of intensive farming are offset […]

Nature's Amazing and Beautiful Mimics  Is it a wasp? Is it a bee? Actually, it might be a hoverfly! The humble Hoverfly’s only defence against predators is it impressive speed. So, several species have evolved to resemble wasps and bees. Birds are wary of them thinking that they may possess a sting.  Hoverflies often fool […]