Great Yorkshire Creature Count
Saturday 18th June and Sunday 19th June 2022
Protecting wildlife in Yorkshire
Together with our supporters and volunteers, we are committed to creating a Yorkshire rich in wildlife for everyone. From saving our wildlife and wild places to bringing people closer to nature, we have a vision of a wilder future.
Grub's up! Aphids might not be our idea of a tasty snack but they're a nutritious source of food for other creatures. Picture by Jon Hawkins - Surrey Hills Photography
How aphids can help to save swifts
Aphids may not be the most glamorous insect, but these tiny critters are an essential food source for a whole host of familiar creatures.
Read our latest blog and discover how aphids play an essential role in your garden eco-system
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Explore our work
Discover everyday life at Yorkshire Wildlife Trust.
Fantastic minibeasts and where to find them
By looking more closely at the wild places around you, you can discover all kinds of creatures. Here's a guide to some of the most…
Look and listen for the best of spring wildlife
This is one of the very best times of the year to experience Yorkshire’s wildlife, as nature bursts into life all around us. Try our top…
Act swiftly!
The sight of an iridescent swallow flitting across a riverside meadow in the morning sun has been a welcome herald of spring in our…
The History of Grazing
Discover the dramatic and historic impact grazing has had on our landscape, and how we're modernising the way we graze our reserves…
Tread lightly this springtime
As clocks spring forward the glorious sunshine lifts our spirits - springtime is well and truly here.
Chewsing the best grazer for the job
Like humans, cows, sheep, ponies and goats each have their own preferences when picking what to eat for dinner. The different ways these…
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