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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Devastating news for bees as Government reverses neonicotinoids ban
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust is alarmed to learn the Government has agreed the use of a highly damaging pesticide - neonicotinoid thiamethoxam - for the treatment of sugar beet seed in response to…
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!
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Keep up to date with the latest stories, research, projects and challenges as we work to tackle the climate and nature crisis.
INNS Busters
May is the time of year when YWT Task Day Volunteers' thoughts turn to Balsam Bashing - the (not so) ancient but important art of uprooting Himalayan Balsam - so it doesn't entirely take…
Scots pine
The Scots pine is the native pine of Scotland and once stood in huge forests. It suffered large declines, however, as it was felled for timber and fuel. Today, it is making a comeback - good news…
Otterly Lovely
So far 2023 has brought with it some otterly wonderful news for Yorkshire Wildlife Trust!
Weedy winners for your garden!
It has been drummed into so many of us that some plants are bad news – they’re unsightly, dangerous to other plants, and if you see any creeping into your garden you should immediately pull them…
Watch out for wildlife
Our return to normal could spell bad news for our precious creatures. But it doesn’t have to be that way, as a little care and attention will make all the difference.
Roaming outdoors with wheels
Wildlife Support Officer Peter Lau was an avid wildlife observer and videographer, who specialised in the under-water environment, and scuba dived many of our world's best locations.
…New protection for the North Sea announced
Today we’re delighted with the news that four of our offshore Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have finally been protected from damaging bottom towed fishing activity. Bex Lynam, Marine Advocacy…
Help Yorkshire Wildlife Trust Give Seas a Chance this World Oceans Day
Today’s promising news to begin the process for designating Highly Protected Marine Areas by the end of 2022 shows what decades of campaigning can achieve, and is a glimmer of hope for the future…