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Little stint
This tiny wading bird is most often seen in autumn, feeding on the muddy margins of wetlands.
How to tell the difference between similar wading birds
The UK’s wading birds are some of the hardest species to tell apart, but never fear! We’re here to help you out with some pointers.
Wetlands
Healthy wetlands store carbon and slow the flow of water, cleaning it naturally and reducing flood risk downstream. They support an abundance of plant life, which in turn provide perfect shelter,…
Manchester's minibeasts
From our infamous worker bee to the more unusual looking shield bugs with bodies resembling medieval armour, Manchester is crawling with insects.
Manchester, Bolton & Bury Canal
Wading into autumn
For many birdwatchers, things are just hotting up! We might be reaching the end of summer, but this is when a group of birds known as waders start to appear on our shores. Here are ten waders to…
Garden birds
Glass visible to birds developed to help protect wildlife
Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, has developed Pilkington AviSafe™ - a new glass with a special coating designed to help prevent birds from colliding with the windows and…
Manchester's Nature Recovery Network
Maximising Manchester’s Mosslands
Global consultancy and construction company, Mace, are funding the restoration of 157 hectares of precious mossland habitat in Greater Manchester over the next five years.
New wildlife species recorded in North Manchester
Local residents have discovered and recorded several new species of animal in North Manchester parks.