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Nature - our life support system - is in trouble. But it’s not too late to act. Please sign the #RewildingNation Charter, calling for Scotland to become the world’s first Rewilding Nation - offering hope for nature, climate and people. More: bit.ly/43WwKzL

Habitats for frogs, toads and newts are in decline: 50% of ponds were lost during the 20th century – and of those that remain, 80% are in a poor state. So garden ponds are crucial for helping amphibians survive - and they help all sorts of other wildlife too! #nature

Precisely so. Several great suggestions about saving water in your article too! Not mowing lawns or entire fields also yields an incredible benefit in keeping the soil from getting parched from scorching heat. 🌱

Hedgehogs face many threats and are in widespread decline. But a new campaign urging people to create wild patches for hedgehogs in gardens and community green spaces could help: littlegreenspace.org.uk/news/go-wild-f… #nature #GoWildForHedgehogs

If you want to reduce plastic use, avoid yellow kitchen sponges like these. They're made of plastic, can't be recycled, don't break down in landfill – and release microplastics into the sea. Eco-friendly, compostable alternatives are available – see: bit.ly/42rwUOX

80% of the UK's butterflies have declined since the 1970s. To help butterflies and moths: 🌻 grow nectar-rich flowers 🌱 grow caterpillar food plants 🦋 take part in the #BigButterflyCount More: littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/butte…

The brightly coloured Six-spot Burnet (Zygaena filipendulae) flies during sunshine in flowery grasslands, including downland, cliff edges, woodland rides, roadside verges and sand dunes ☀️ Look out for it in the #BigButterflyCount 👉 bigbutterflycount.org #MothMonday

Aspen: a shimmering gem of the Caledonian forest 🌳🍂 Watch to explore its cultural roots, importance for biodiversity, and how we can help secure its future. 💚 🔗 treesforlife.org.uk/into-the-fores…

Persecution of birds of prey in the UK has caused huge declines of hen harriers and other spectacular species. But there is hope – and success stories (such as red kite reintroductions) remind us why birds of prey need protecting. More: bit.ly/3Kk3jPj #nature #wildlife

Avoid watering grass in dry weather - sprinklers can use as much water in one hour as a family uses in 24 hours. To keep grass looking good, mow less often - long grass stays green, and is a cool refuge for wildlife. More water-saving tips: bit.ly/3IStj3T #summer #nature

2024 was the worst year on record for the UK's bumblebees. Bumblebees struggle to forage in hot weather, so growing plenty of easy-to-access, nectar-rich plants – eg sunflowers, sedums & lavender – can really help them to survive. More: littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/help-… #heatwave #nature

Here’s my patch of long grass ❤️ Absolutely teeming with insects

Leaving a patch of grass to grow long creates a shady place for wildlife to shelter during hot weather. Wildflowers like white clover and ox-eye daisies may appear in unmown grass – these are an excellent source of nectar for all kinds of insects. More: littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/help-…

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It's hot... 🥵☀️ Make sure to put out plenty of water for birds & wildlife in your garden so they can keep cool and have enough to drink. They'll thank you!

This Red Admiral has fluttered onto your feed to let you know that the #BigButterflyCount is just 1 week away! Get ready to count 👉 bigbutterflycount.org 📷: Michael Preston