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Fen raft spider.

Watch: How big are fen raft spiders as species returns to UK

Hen Harrier, Helius, has disappeared in suspicious circumstances

Rare hen harrier disappears in suspicious circumstances

The duck was found with a skewer pierced through its neck at Tarn wood duck pond in Penwortham. Credit: Stephen Murtagh

Duck impaled with kebab skewer after being shot with crossbow

Fen Raft Spider on the Dyke networks of the Lower Waveney Valley.

Watch: Rat-sized spiders back in UK - they're big enough to hunt fish

BM - Children's play area at Barratt Homes' Bowland Meadows development

Homebuilder showcases ecology features at Lancashire development

Dolphins playfully leap beside boat in Bridlington. Credit: Steve Race Wildlife Photography

Joyful dolphins frolic and leap as they follow boat back to shore

4.5m Cornwall coastal home up for grabs in Omaze prize draw.

Watch: £4.5m Cornwall coastal home up for grabs in Omaze prize draw

Dolphin pod filmed in the water near Bridlington. Credit: Steve Race Wildlife Photography

Watch as pod of dolphins swim alongside boat off scenic coast

Your World

Lancashire homebuilder commits to ecology

Whimbrel pictured at Grimsargh Wetlands. Credit: Mike Fisher

Preston nature reserve helps a migrating bird from Africa thrive

BG - R405836 Starling nest box 4 - A garden nest box for starlings

Lancashire homebuilders re-tweet online quiz for residents

A swan has started hanging around at Telford Park School, after its mate died. It appears to find comfort in looking at its reflection in the glass panels on the school building

Grieving swan crosses road every day to stare at its own reflection

Hannah Mills of Team Great Britain. Photo: Clive Mason/Getty Images

Going Green: Get involved and help make a difference

Colder weather drives many birds to seek refuge in gardens (Photo: Ben Andrew/RSPB)

Three ways to throw garden birds a lifeline during the cold snap

January can be a difficult month for wildlife as natural sources of food are in short supply

Top ways gardeners can help wildlife thrive

Amy Wilkinson's approach to regenerative farming is as a journey that requires both time and dedication. Photo: NFU

Meet the Lancashire farmer who is growing climate friendly food
A young Lancashire farmer, with a passion for productive farming and the environment, is making improvements to bolster wildlife and habitat.
Helen Hall

The nightingale is one of the birds which have increased. Photo: Adobe

Going Green: Birds are so important to the UK environment

Robin on a magnolia tree. Photo: Andy Hay (rspb-images.com)

RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2023: How to take part

Bittern in flight at RSPB Leighton Moss by Jarrod Sneyd.

Call for Lancastrians to stand up against “unprecedented attack on nature”

The Bay: A blueprint for recovery are hosting an event about tides in Morecambe.

Big Wave event aims to teach people about the tides in Morecambe

Bittern in flight at RSPB Leighton Moss by Jarrod Sneyd.

RSPB reserve near Lancaster is buzzing with talk of bitterns

First News: Joy for Jays!

South Ribble Council have been cutting verges

Why South Ribble Council cut the grass during 'No Mow May'

Baby birds hopping around on the ground is usually part of their natural process - in most circumstances

RSPB advice: What to do if you find a baby bird away from its nest

Birds can nest in all manner of places, says the RSPB (photo: Kevin Simmonds (rspb-images.com))

RSPB reveals how helping birds to breed is easier than you may think

Children pond dipping with an RSPB volunteer - by RSPB (rspb-images.com).

Fun-filled days out at RSPB Leighton Moss Silverdale this Easter holidays

First News: Space to nest Christine Emelone

Robin Erithacus rubecula, on magnolia tree. Picture by Andy Hay (rspb-images.com).

What will you see in Lancashire during the Big Garden Birdwatch?

RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch returns this month: here's how to take part

The RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch returns this month (Credit: rspb-images.com)

Here's how to join the Big Garden Birdwatch 2022

A wildlife friendly garden. Picture by Andy Hay.

Lancashire developer and RSPB call for homeowners to use gardens as a haven for ...

Irrigation ditches across the 'carbon farm' at Winmarleigh, near Garstang.

"Spitting feathers": Lancashire Wildlife Trust hits out at Government

Red Bank Farm campsite, Bolton le Sands, has been named best small campsite in the AA Camping and Caravan Awards 2021. Picture: BEN McCLUSKEY/MIDAS PR/AA

Lancashire campsite in beauty spot location wins national AA accolade

Lapwings roosting on spit of land in water at RSPB Leighton Moss Nature Reserve, Lancashire. The RSPB has named its Leighton Moss reserve as one of the best to visit in autumn for its awesome sunsets and golden hues reflected across the wetland pools. Picture: LIZ MITCHELL

Lancashire nature reserve takes gold in list of autumn hotspots to visit

Lancaster born RSPB founder Emily Williamson

Vote for your favourite statue of Lancaster-born RSPB founder Emily Williamson a...

Lancaster born RSPB founder Emily Williamson. Photo courtesy of the RSPB.

First commemorative plaque to a woman in Lancaster

Emily Williamson copyright Bateson family archive.

Statue campaign for Lancaster-born RSPB founder Emily Williamson sets off on nat...

Dad carrying his daughter on his shoulders through an RSPB nature reserve. Picture copyright RSPB Leighton Moss.

Families can enjoy a Big Wild Summer together at RSPB Leighton Moss nature reser...

The house sparrow remained the most common garden bird for the 18th year running during the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch 2021. Photo: Prakash Mathema/AFP - Getty Images

16 of Britain's top 20 garden birds declined in number over past year, survey re...

Apollo the hen harrier, who has flown from his nesting site in Bowland, Lancashire to his winter home in Extrremadura, Spain, twice in two years. His brother Dynamo, meanwhile, has ventured less than 50 miles in the same period

The 'wonderful mystery' of Lancashire bird's thousand-mile trip to the sun

These are the animals that hibernate in the UK in winter - and why they do it

Hundreds of protected birds of prey killed by criminals in the UK, RSPB says

Colin watches as Whimbrel is launched

Emotional scene as Elswick boater launches his late wife's boat on Lancaster Can...

Blue tit Cyanistes caeruleus, adult leaving nest which is in a rusty pipe, Hertfordshire. Photo: Ben Andrew (rspb-images-com).

RSPB asks Lancashire residents to share how nature has supported them during loc...

Invite in the wildlife and make your garden an even better place to be

Attract the birds and the bees to your garden with these RSPB tips

Bittern in the reedbed at Leighton Moss nature reserve at Silverdale. Picture: rspb-images.com.

A booming great start to the breeding season at RSPB Leighton Moss in Silverdale

A trio of starlings in song. Picture: Adrian Thomas.

How to get to grips with birdsong for International Dawn Chorus Day

RSPB says garden wildlife sightings have increased

RSPB reports rise in sightings of birds and wildlife in gardens since lockdown

Have you ever wondered why birds sing in the morning? (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s why birds sing early in the morning - and the dawn chorus explained

Lift your spirits and invite the birds in for breakfast, every morning with the RSPB

Entertain yourself, the kids - and the local wildlife! Here's five things to do ...

Apollo and the route of his journey through Europe

'Astonishing' journey of Lancashire's rarest bird

National Lottery players can enjoy a free day out at RSPB's Leighton Moss Reserve

National Lottery players can enjoy free day out at RSPB's Leighton Moss Reserve

National Lottery players can enjoy a free day out at RSPB's Leighton Moss Reserve

National Lottery players can enjoy free day out at RSPB's Leighton Moss Reserve

Nature tots

Meet some special new arrivals at Leighton Moss for a great family day out