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Sand martin

The tiny, brown-and-white sand martin is a common summer visitor to the UK, nesting in colonies on rivers, lakes and flooded gravel pits. It returns to Africa in winter.

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Ways to help wildlife

All across Staffordshire people are taking action for wildlife. Letting gardens grow wild, creating wildlife friendly spaces, and campaigning to defend nature. Will you join them?
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Wildlife

Find out about the wildlife in Staffordshire and how you can help it
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Wildlife crime

Wildlife laws are in place to protect nature; these laws operate at UK and European levels. Read this page to see what constitutes a wildlife crime and how you can report it.
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Staffordshire in Spring

Spring is usually said to start at the beginning of March, and the 21st of March is the Spring Equinox, the date on which day and night are of equal length. This season is when days get longer, and the spring sunshine brings growth and greenery. Birdsong reaches a peak, and many flowers appear, attracting insects, including bees and butterflies.
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Investors in Wildlife

Become an Investor in Wildlife and enjoy a mutually beneficial partnership with us which will help to protect the wildlife of Staffordshire so that it can thrive and prosper for many generations to come.
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wildlife gardening

We’re passionate about encouraging people to make their gardens a little wilder – no matter how large or small your plot is. Learn how to encourage wildlife in your garden.
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Spring is here

So, it appears that spring is here, the swans here at the Wolseley Centre have started to gather material for a nest and the song birds are in full song, re-establishing their territories and…

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Help wildlife in the cold

The colder months can be a tough time for wildlife, food is scarce and hibernators are looking for shelter. That's why we’ve put together our top tips for maintaining your garden for wildlife…