Month March 2012
This Saturday is Earth Hour. Which means at 8:30pm you are encouraged to switch off your lights for one hour. Earth Hour first started in Sydney, Australia in 2007 to take a stand against climate change. Since then it has… Continue Reading →
I imagine I am not the only one that is delighted to discover the abundance of native wildflowers that can be found in springtime. One of the UK’s favourite flowers are Bluebells and they can usually be found about this… Continue Reading →
Probably many of you saw this article from today's Guardian.
" England faces wildlife tragedy as worse drought in 30 years hits habitats".
http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2012/mar/19/england-wildlife-drought?intcmp=122
With the east and south-east of England declared in a drought many wildlife species that depend on wetland habitats are at risk.
While a lot of the time it may seem like there is nothing you can do to make a conservation difference, this is one case where each and every one of us can do something- conserve water!
Most of us do not take the time to think about how much water we waste at home whether it is from not fixing a leaky tap or letting the water run while you brush your teeth.
However, there are many little things you can do that can help significantly such as using the energy efficient settings on your washing machine, taking a shorter shower, using a bucket when washing the car or keeping a container of water in the fridge.
So next time you turn on the tap, remember what you can do to help the many birds, fish, mammals and insects that depend on the wetlands.
For a more detailed list of tips on how to conserve water at home and in the garden Check out the Environment Agency’s website:
http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/beinggreen/118941.aspx
Probably many of you saw this article from today’s Guardian. ” England faces wildlife tragedy as worse drought in 30 years hits habitats”. http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/2012/mar/19/england-wildlife-drought?intcmp=122 With the east and south-east of England declared in a drought many wildlife species that depend… Continue Reading →
If you look closely, one sign that spring has clearly begun is the flurry of activity around the Goat Willow trees. Usually found in lowland river or wetland landscapes this tree is important as an early season nectar source for… Continue Reading →
Working with the London Orchard Project, the London Borough of Sutton’s Biodiversity Team and the Sutton Nature Conservation Volunteers yesterday held a fruit tree grafting workshop at Carshalton Road Pastures nature reserve. People from around London gathered to learn from… Continue Reading →
The small blue butterfly Cupido minimus is the UK’s smallest native butterfly and it’s a scarce and declining UK species. The London Borough of Sutton has a small population, restricted to a few nature reserves on the North Downs. The… Continue Reading →
A scorching (ish!) March day after a wet day yesterday, some water in the pond and some red hot amphibian action! First spawn of the season is a very welcome sight! Become a volunteer Sutton nature events
A scorching (ish!) March day after a wet day yesterday, some water in the pond and some red hot amphibian action! First spawn of the season is a very welcome sight! Become a volunteer Sutton nature events
Fresh off the virtual press, the SNCV’s newsletter is now available for perusal, so have a butchers… Become a volunteer Sutton nature events
The new task programme is out for March through June. See the task programme page for more details (obviously!) Become a volunteer Sutton nature events