New Buckenham Common
One of the largest areas of unspoiled common land in South Norfolk. New Buckenham Common gives us a glimpse of what much of the English countryside once was: bursting with wildflowers, insects,…
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Wymondham Local Group
The Wymondham Local Group promotes and protects wildlife in their local area. They meet informally throughout the year for talks, walks and social events.
From learning more about our amazing natural heritage, to taking part in conservation work, and fundraising for the future – joining a Local Group provides invaluable support for Norfolk's wildlife.
From learning more about our amazing natural heritage, to taking part in conservation work, and fundraising for the future – joining a Local Group provides invaluable support for Norfolk's wildlife.
Common pond skater
The common pond skater can be seen 'skating' over the surface of ponds, lakes, ditches and slow-moving rivers. It is predatory, feeding on small insects by detecting vibrations in the…
Common cotton-grass
The fluffy, white heads of common cotton-grass dot our brown, boggy moors and heaths as if a giant bag of cotton wool balls has been thrown across the landscape!
Common frog
Our most well-known amphibian, the common frog is a regular visitor to garden ponds across the country, where they feast on slugs and snails. In winter, they hibernate in pond mud or under log…
Common Hawker
A large hawker, the Common Hawker can be seen throughout the summer and into autumn. A fast-flying insect, it catches its prey mid-air. Look for it around ponds in the uplands of the north and…
Common carp
The common carp is a very large fish that is popular with anglers due to its size and fighting spirit. It frequents ponds, gravel pits and lakes, but is not native to the UK, being introduced in…
Common harvestman
The common harvestman is familiar to us as the large, spindly spider-like creature that frequents gardens and houses. It predates on smaller invertebrates which it catches using hooks on the ends…
Common walnut
The Common walnut tree produces a large, brown nut that is familiar to so many of us. It is an introduced species in the UK, and can be seen in towns, gardens and parks.
Common crossbill
As it names suggests, the common crossbill has a large bill that is crossed at the tip - perfect for picking the seeds out of pine cones. Look for it in conifer woodlands, mainly in the north and…
Paul Richards - The Art of Nature Photography
Paul Richards' stunning photography exhibition features award-winning wildlife images capturing the beauty and essence of nature.
Common hornbeam
Mainly found in Southern and Eastern England, the Common hornbeam is a tall tree of ancient woodlands. Its large catkins appear in spring, and its winged seeds are dispersed by the wind in autumn…