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Worcester's swifts
Liz takes a look at the amazing world of swifts and how some Worcester communities are giving them a helping hand...
Nightjar
The easiest way to find out if the nocturnal and well-camouflaged nightjar is about is to listen out for its distinctive 'churring' call at dusk. A summer visitor, it is most numerous in…
Swift
Swifts spend most of their lives flying – even sleeping, eating and drinking – only ever landing to nest. They like to nest in older buildings in small holes in roof spaces.
Swallow
Look out for the swallow performing great aerial feats as it catches its insect-prey on the wing. You may also see it perching on a wire, or roosting in a reedbed, as it makes its way back to…
Reports of local house martins needed
A local wildlife charity is urging members of the public to record any sightings of house martins near them.
Vanished Species & New Arrivals
Worcestershire residents are set to be entertained during an evening talk looking at the ups and downs of Britain’s wildlife.
Swift Awareness Week
A special guest blog from swift expert Sarah Gibson who explores the early life of these brilliant birds...
Celebrating 50 years and 9935 species
Worcestershire Wildlife Trust, the county’s largest nature conservation charity, has produced a video to celebrate its 50th anniversary.
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.
House martin
As its name suggests, the house martin can be spotted nesting in the eaves of houses in our towns and villages. Its intricate mud nests take days to build and are often returned to and used in…