Local Wildlife Sites
Local Wildlife Sites are the most important habitats in our landscape, outside statutory designated areas. They can include any type of semi-natural habitat or native plant and animal species.
The rare natterjack toad is found at just a few coastal locations, where it prefers shallow pools on sand dunes, heaths and marshes.
Despite its warts and ancient associations with witches, the common toad is a gardener's friend, sucking up slugs and snails. It is famous for migrating en masse to its breeding ponds.
Rosemary discovers a real toad in the hole...
Join Dr Kevin Williams for a evening spring walk and learn how to capture the wonders of wildlife on camera.
Beccy explains more about how communities have been helping to restore heathland and create corridors for wildlife...