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.
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.
Hugh Warwick in conversation with Nick Acheson
Join hedgehog-loving author and ecologist Hugh Warwick in conversation with Nick Acheson about all things 'hedgehog'
Tim Birkhead in conversation with Nick Acheson
Renowned ornithologist Tim Birkhead joins Nick Acheson to discuss his book, The Great Auk: Its Extraordinary Life, Hideous Death and Mysterious Afterlife, and his long-term study of Skomer Island…
Waxwing
The waxwing is a colourful winter visitor. It can often be spotted in large flocks in berry-laden bushes in towns, car parks and gardens.
Saving beetles
Our reserves officer, Rober Morgan, delves into the fascinating and diverse world of beetles.
Waxwing winter
Our young blogger, Oscar, shares his love of waxwings in his latest blog.
Walking on the edge of Norfolk
Join local author and naturalist David North on a circular walk to discover coastal wildlife.
Second-ever UK sighting of rare bird at Hickling
A black-winged kite has arrived at Hickling Broad and Marshes – the second-ever sighting of the bird in the UK and first for Norfolk.
Little stint
This tiny wading bird is most often seen in autumn, feeding on the muddy margins of wetlands.
Black-winged stilt
This elegant wading bird is a rare visitor to the UK, though occasionally one or two of pairs will nest here.