Rare spoonbill breeding success at Hickling
We are celebrating the sight of fledgling spoonbills at Hickling Broad and Marshes – the first known breeding success in the Norfolk Broads for around 400 years.
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European spoonbill
The distinctive sight of a spoonbill is becoming increasingly common in the east and southwest of England, with colonies of breeding birds now established.
Ringed plover
The ringed plover is a small wader that nests around the coast, flooded gravel pits and reservoirs. It is similar to the little ringed plover, but is a little larger, has an orange bill and legs,…
Little ringed plover
The little ringed plover first nested in the UK in 1938, but has since moved in happily! It has taken advantage of an increase in man-made flooded gravel pits, reservoirs and quarries that provide…
Rare bird breeding success tops the bill for Norfolk Wildlife Trust
Spoonbill have bred successfully for the second year running at NWT Hickling Broad and Marshes, providing hope of establishing a future breeding colony of these distinctive rare birds.
Ringlet
The ringlet gets its name from the small rings on the undersides of its wings. These rings show variation in the different forms of this species, even elongating into a teardrop shape.
Myths and magic of fairy rings
As Halloween approaches, Urban Nature Reserves Assistant at Sweet Briar Marshes, Sarah Wilde, explores the myths and magic of fairy rings.
Cley Calling
Norfolk Wildlife Trust's Cley Calling Festival is a celebration of nature in North Norfolk. Each festival programme focuses on a current environmental issue and includes something for everyone. Events may include talks, walks, workshops, family events, gigs, evening events and more!
Cley Marshes camera
Enjoy scenic views over Cley Marshes in HD!
Cley New Cut
Helping Cley Marshes and its wildlife adapt to rising sea levels and protecting its freshwater habitats.
Cley and Salthouse Marshes
Wide open marshes, huge skies, and never-ending beaches make Cley and Salthouse Marshes a much-loved sanctuary for birds and people alike.
Long-winged conehead
The long-winged conehead is so-named for the angled shape of its head. It can be found in grasslands, heaths and woodland rides throughout summer.