Himalayan balsam
As its name suggests, Himalayan balsam is from the Himalayas and was introduced here in 1839. It now an invasive weed of riverbanks and ditches, where it prevents native species from growing.
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Species data
Discover how you can use species data to find out what plants and creatures are present on your land, and its future potential for wildlife.
Species Recovery Framework
Our Species Recovery Framework guides how Norfolk Wildlife Trust supports our county’s key species and directs our efforts to monitor and assess the impacts of our work for wildlife.
Species recovery
Ensuring that vulnerable or declining plants and creatures are at the heart of our work across Norfolk.
100 species challenge
Get to know Norfolk's wildlife - take part in our centenary spotter activity!
On the lookout for lichen - 5 Norfolk species and how to find them
With help from county recorder, Robert Yaxley, we explore 5 Norfolk lichen species and share some tips on how to find them!
Ballan wrasse
The largest of the UK wrasse species, the ballan wrasse with its striking patterning is a delight for any rocky reef snorkeller or shallow water diver!
Centenary spotter activity: 100 species in our 100th year
Get to know and love Norfolk’s wildlife by taking part in our centenary wildlife challenge by Robert Morgan, NWT Nature Conservation Officer.
Wilder Communities - Raising your project's profile in the media
Learn how to work with local media to promote your wildlife project and pitch stories effectively to key audiences.
Groundbreaking Ice Age pond restoration project brings rare species back from the past
Rare freshwater wildlife is making a remarkable comeback in the Brecks, thanks to an innovative collaboration between us and partners to rediscover and restore ancient Ice Age ponds.
£6 million investment to trigger new phase for UK nature recovery
The Wildlife Trusts ramp-up plans to combat nature crisis with new rewilding programme
Globally rare frog to benefit from new Norfolk habitat
We are leading a partnership to protect and expand ancient landscapes in the Brecks to enhance the habitat of the rare northern pool frog.