Harvest Mouse (Micromys minutus) – The Smallest British Mouse Species in Conservation

The Harvest Mouse, Britain’s smallest mouse species, is critically endangered due to habitat loss and harsh winters, requiring conservation efforts to ensure its survival.

Enhancing Garden Ecosystems: Eco-Friendly Slug and Snail Management

I am often asked what advice l can give gardeners regarding invasions of slugs and snails and how to stop them naturally. This is always a tricky question with never an easy answer.

Discovering the Charms of Starlings: A Guide to Sturnidae Garden Visits

Starlings, known for their gregarious behavior, visit the garden for suet and water. They change color in winter and have a varied diet. Their decline since the 1980s requires conservation efforts. While beneficial for controlling pests, large flocks can damage crops. Predators include larger birds, owls, and domestic cats.