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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 19h

Skomer hostel booking open to Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales members on 19th October and non-members on 26th October 2026. Before you book, watch our 'Know Before You Go' video on for all the essential information in under 4 minutes: champ.ly/-LN-cPpQ For more info visit: champ.ly/pIWZxJLy

Seabirds on a rock. Text reads: 2027 Skomer Isldna bookings open soon. Here's what you need to know before booking an overnight stay.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

Have you heard these Welsh sayings before? The Welsh language is known for having beautiful idioms, but did you know that many have a nature theme? Why not add these to your repertoire this Shwmae Su’mae Day!

The sun shining through tall trees. Text reads: Dod yn ôl at fy nghoed. To return to my trees. Meaning: to go back to your roots or come back to your senses.

Sunrise over mountains. Text reads: Daw eto haul ar fryn. The sun will rise again over the hill. Meaning: good times will return.

A hedgehog surrounded by autumn leaves. Text reads; Cadw draenog yn ei boced. To keep a hedgehog in one's pocket. Meaning: to be tight with money.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Protect peatlands from development ⚠️ Our peatlands provide habitats for wildlife and protect communities from flooding and droughts. The planning policy protecting them needs strengthening and clarifying to prevent loopholes being used to develop on these irreplaceable habitats.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 13/10/2026

Volunteers vs vegetation 🌱 Last week we were joined by a team from Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru, volunteering at our Lavernock Point nature reserve. They helped to clear scrub and Bramble from the WW2 Gun Battery and Scheduled Ancient Monument area. Thank you to Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru for all you hard work!

People clearing vegetation. One is carrying a large pile of plant material, others are using rakes to collect the vegetation together.

A group of people stood together and smiling at the camera. They are holding gardening tools including rakes and forks.

A person wearing a red t-shirt using a fork to gather plant material together.

Three people stood together smiling at the camera. they are wearing gardening gloves and holding tools.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

Members of The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales can now book 3-4 day stays on Skokholm Island. To book, call 01656 724100 Monday to Thursday between 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm. Please have your membership number, your preferred and alternatives dates, and payment details at the ready.

A black and white seabird stood on a rock, with a blurred grey background. Text reads: Our phone lines are open. Members of The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales can now book 3 and 4-day stays on Skokholm.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 10/10/2026

Fungi facts to brighten your day: 🍄‍🟫 Meet the Parasol Mushroom - in Welsh, we call it Ambarelo'r Bwgan, literally meaning 'ghost's umbrella'. 🐔 A fan-favourite fungi is Chicken of the Woods. In Welsh, this is Ysgwydd Felen, literally meaning 'yellow shoulder'. Happy autumn (aka fungi season!)

Two pale brown mushrooms growing in grass. Text reads: Parasol Mushroom. Ambarelo'r Bwgan. Literally means 'ghost's umbrella'

Yellow and orange fungus growing on a tree trunk. Text reads; Chicken of the woods. Ysgwydd Felen. Literally means 'yellow shoulder'

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

How to help wildlife this autumn: 🍂 Embrace a messy garden. Fallen leaves, log piles and seedheads are important shelter and food for birds and insects. 🦔 Look out for Hedgehogs. Can Hedgehogs move freely through your neighbourhood? If not, consider leaving a small gap at the base of fences.

Autumn leaves on a tree. Text overlayed reads: How to help wildlife this autumn.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

The results are in... Today The Bank of England has announced which wildlife species will be stepping into the spotlight on our new notes. And the winners are: 🦉 Barn Owl 🦔 European Hedgehog 🐝 Buff-tailed Bumblebee 🐧 Atlantic Puffin Four important and iconic species.

A Hedgehog coming through a gap under a fence.

A close up of a Puffin on a blue background.

A pale brown and white owl flying through the air.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Do you love the wildlife of Cardigan Bay and want to see it protected for the future? 🐬 We're asking for donations to support the future of marine conservation at @cbmwc.bsky.social Together we can make a difference for marine life. Find out more and make a donation: champ.ly/pKQo8CmO

A dolphin swimming through water. Text reads: Make a difference for marine life in Cardigan Bay. We need your help to raise £30,000 to continue our vital marine conservation research and education work in Cardigan Bay. Donate today.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Deep in the Tywi Forest a very special creature is scurrying about. (Red-orange fur, bushy tail, and an elusive nature... any guesses?) 🐿️ Our team working on the Mid Wales Red Squirrel Project captured this footage earlier this year, on cameras deployed last summer. #RedSquirrelAwarenessWeek

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Our phone lines are open! Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales members can now book 7-day stays on Skokholm. To book, call 01656 724100 Monday to Thursday between 9am-12pm and 1pm-4pm. Please have your membership number, your preferred and alternatives dates, and payment details at the ready.

A Puffin on a blue background. Text reads: Our phone lines are open! Members of The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales can now book 7-day stays on Skokholm Island

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Skokholm booking opens soon! 🐦 Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales members can book 7-night stays from 5th October and 3-4 night stays from 12th October. Non-members can book stays on Skokholm from 26th October. More important information about booking: welshwildlife.org/islands-book...

A brown and white seabird with a long pointy bill, on a blue background. Text reads: Fancy a getaway in the wild? 2027 Skokholm Island bookings open soon.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

What are those funky lumps and bumps on plants? Introducing: galls! Simply put, they're growths on plants, made from plant tissue. And they can be caused by insects, bacteria or fungus. Once you start to spot them, you'll see them everywhere!

A round hairy growth on a rose plant. Text reads: Robin's Pincushion.

The underside of an oak leaf covered with small, brown, flat growths. A label pointing to the growths says Spangle Galls.

A tree branch with round brown growths on it. A label pointing to the growths says Marble Galls.

Cheerio-shaped brown growths on the underside of an oak leaf. A label says Spangle Galls.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

We want to hear your stories! 🐬 To celebrate 30 years of @cbmwc.bsky.social we're sharing the stories of people who have come through the centre's doors. Whether volunteering, working, visiting or collaborating on a project, share how you've been involved and what your highlights were ⬇️

A dolphin jumping out of water. Text reads: 30 years of Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre. Share your stories with us!

A collage of photos, including a person sat writing on a clipboard, looking through binoculars on a boat, and stood behind a table displaying animal skulls and information leaflets. Text reads: The Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre opened the door to my career in animal conservation. Bethan, CBMWC seasonal volunteer 2019

People stood by a stone wall looking out to sea. Text reads: The work we conducted at CBMWC and the data myself and other seasonal & local volunteers collected formed the basis of my dissertation that allowed me to pass the Marine Geography degree I was studying at the time! Since then, that degree helped me get my first job working offshore and really set out the trajectory of my career. Aaran, Seasonal Volunteer, 2018

A woman looking through binoculars out to sea. Text reads: Volunteering at the centre was my first real experience in wildlife conservation, and I was lucky to have my first paid role in the sector as an intern at CBMWC the following year. Four years later, I’m thrilled to be still working with the team! Maddy, 2022 volunteer, 2023-2024 intern

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our free Will-writing offer ends tomorrow - have you made the most of it? Every gift in every Will, however large or small, makes a huge difference to Welsh wildlife. Find out how you can leave a legacy for wildlife ➡️ welshwildlife.org/gift-in-will

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Last chance to become a member ahead of island booking season! Members of The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales have priority to book overnight stays on Skomer and Skokholm. For priority booking, please join as a member before the 2nd October. Become a member today ➡️ champ.ly/pfn5OuVH

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We are celebrating 30 years of the Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre 🐬 30 year of pioneering research to better understand the marine environment. 30 years of educating and inspiring people. 30 years of protecting marine life. Read the full story: champ.ly/TMh1BigI @cbmwc.bsky.social

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

📢 Dates for temporary closure of The Welsh Wildlife Centre Our Visitor Centre will close from 4pm on 19th December and re-open on Saturday 6th February 2027. This will allow planned building works to take place on the site. You can still access Teifi Marshes nature reserve 24/7 during this time.

A wooden and glass fronted building, with a blue sky behind. Text reads: The Welsh Wildlife Centre will be closed from 19th December 2026 to 6th February 2027 for planned building works. Access to Teifi Marshes nature reserve will not be affected. Bydd Canolfan Natur Cymru ar gau o 19eg Rhagfyr 2026 i 6ed Chwefror 2027 ar gyfer gwaith adeiladu wedi'i gynllunio. Ni fydd mynediad i warchodfa natur Corsydd Teifi yn cael ei effeithio.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Have you written your Will yet? If not, now is the perfect time to get it done. But move fast, because our free Will-writing offer ends soon! We're partnered with Make a Will Online and the National Free Wills Network so you can write your Will for free.

A brown and white bird with a long neck and dark feathers on its head. Text reads: Last chance to redeem our free Will-writing offer. Don't miss out!

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We will be on TV tomorrow! 📺 Earlier this month the Coast & Country team visited @cbmwc.bsky.social in New Quay. They interviewed our team and volunteers all about the centre and its impact, to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Watch us on Coast & Country - 25th September at 7pm, on ITV Cymru Wales

A building can be seen between some trees. There is a sign on the building saying 'Cardigan Bay Marine Wildlife Centre', and a banner hanging on the wall with a large arrow pointing towards the entrance. Text reads: Catch us on Coast & Country. ITV Cymru Wales, 25th September at 7pm

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Our team member Marianne has recently passed her British Sign Language Level 1 qualification. She shared some of her learnings with us this #InternationalDayOfSignLanguages. Marianne was motivated her to start learning BSL to make her events more inclusive and make everyone feel welcome at them!

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

1 in 5 people say they have left a gift in their Will to charity. Could you be one of them? When you give a gift in your Will to the Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, you are supporting our work to help wildlife and wild spaces thrive.

A adult seal and a seal pup on a beach. Text reads: 1 in 5 people say they have left a gift in their Will to charity. Could you be one of them?

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Events this week ⬇️ 22nd Sept: Citizen Science - How and why we should all get involved! St Hilary's Church Hall, Swansea 24th Sept: Beach Clean Cei Bach Beach, near New Quay 26th Sept: Nature Ramble in Clyne Valley, Swansea Meet at Clyne Car Park Info and booking: welshwildlife.org/events

People stood in a field with Gorse in the foreground. Text reads: What's on this week. Events in South and West Wales

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Spot the difference: climate change edition 🔍 These photos show how different the landscape of Skomer Island looks between 2023 and 2026. In previous years Skomer has been covered in lush vegetation throughout the summer months. This year there was little greenery in sight.

Two photos showing the same view of a island coastline. In the top photo the land is brown. Text reads: Skomer Island, July 2026. In the bottom photo the island is covered with lush green vegetation. Text reads: Skomer Island, October 2023.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We're searching for Dormice in Cardiff! 🐁 Last month, our Wilder Engagement Officer, Alex, helped set up a new Hazel Dormouse footprint survey in the Plymouth Great Wood. This stretch of woodland along the River Ely in Cardiff currently has no records of Dormouse presence.

A person attaching a short black tunnel to a tree branch using cable ties.

A person holding a short black tunnel along a tree branch. They are in a woodland, surrounded by trees and vegetation.

A group of people attaching paper strips to flat pieces of wood. They are in a woodland surrounded by trees and vegetation.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

What do you want your legacy to be? Your favourite place protected for future generations. Young people inspired to connect with wildlife. People empowered to act for the natural world. The next generation of conservationists supported. A voice for Welsh wildlife.

A young child looking through binoculars. Text reads: What do you want your your legacy to be?

A woodland with large trees. The floor is covered with Bluebells. Text reads: Your favourite place protected for future generations thanks to your legacy.

A man pruning a tree. Text reads: People empowered to act for the natural world thanks to your legacy.

A large slug in a young person's hand. Text reads: Young people inspired to connect with wildlife thanks to your legacy.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

There's one week left to apply for our Commercial Manager position. We're looking for a Commercial Manager to drive forward the income of our trading arm to support our charity and oversee our visitor-related infrastructure. Find out more and apply ➡️ welshwildlife.org/jobs/commerc...

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

What do you want your legacy to be? Rare rainforests returning. Healthy rivers flowing. Wetlands full of wildlife. Wild places protected. The future of rare species secured. There's less than one month left to redeem our free Will-writing offer, find out how to leave a legacy: champ.ly/xvd_zDSC

A Red Squirrel on a tree branch. Text reads: What do you want your legacy to be?

A thriving forest with the sun shining through the tree canopy. Text reads: Rare rainforests returning thanks to your legacy.

A brown and white bird next to a flowing stream. Text reads: Healthy rivers flowing thanks to your legacy.

A brown bird with a long beak and orange legs walking through a wetland. Text reads: Wetlands full of wildlife thanks to your legacy.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

What do you want your legacy to be? Seabirds thriving on our islands. Welsh seas teeming with wildlife. A better understanding our marine mammals. People inspired act for our oceans. Dolphin populations protected.

A black and white bird on a rock. Text reads: What do you want your legacy to be?

A Puffin on a blurred green background. Text reads: Seabirds thriving on our islands thanks to your legacy.

A red crab with long legs, on the seabed with seaweed in the background. Text reads: Welsh seas teeming with wildlife, thanks to your legacy.

A seal swimming underwater surrounded by seaweed. Text reads: A better understanding of our marine mammals thanks to your legacy.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Post dwyieithog / Bilingual post Dim ond wythnos sydd ar ôl tan Cynefin Gwyl. Peidiwch â cholli allan - archebwch eich tocyn nawr! 12-13 Medi. Aberhonddu, Cymru Chwiliwch am fwy ➡️ champ.ly/oA30GYC6

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Want to write your Will but don’t know where to start? Will writing can be seen as a daunting task, but with our free writing offer, it’s easier than ever. This guide written by our Legacy Officer answers common questions and explains some of the jargon. Read the guide ➡️ champ.ly/6s1qjAXU

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Skomer Island: Monday 19th October – open to members Monday 26th October – open to non-members What about day trips? You can book a day trip for the 2027 season from December 2026. Stay tuned for updates! 📸 Beth Thompson

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Nature events coming up: 🌿1st Sept: Volunteer Taster Day, Taf Fechan 🦋2nd Sept: Marsh Fritillary Larval Web Survey, Ystradfawr 🦇 4th September: Bat Walk, Pencelli 🦅8th Sept: Peregrines - an illustrated talk by Richard Ellis, Haverfordwest Details and bookings: welshwildlife.org/events

A group of people walking through grass in a wetland. Text reads: What's coming up? Events in South and West Wales

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

If you're in the half of UK adults that haven't written their Will, now is the perfect time to get it done. Thanks to our partnership with Make a Will Online and the National Free Wills Network you can write your Will for FREE. Redeem by 30th Sep: champ.ly/AJuS5dbJ 📸 Margaret Holland

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Will 2026 go down in history as a 'Clouded Yellow year'? 🦋 We asked our team to share their nature highlights from August... and Clouded Yellows came up again and again! Have you spotted many this summer? Let us know in the comments.

A yellow butterfly with its wings closed, on a large leaf.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

🐕 Help us keep our nature reserves a safe place for wildlife, people and pets by: - Keeping your dog on a lead. - Picking up after your dog. - Not allowing your dog to swim in areas of open water. - Being aware of grazing animals. - Considering other visitors. 👉Read more: champ.ly/_K1gzWUq

A brown and white dog on a lead, walking on a sandy path.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Today we remember the 112 men and boys who lost their lives in the Parc Slip Colliery disaster on 26th August 1892. Every year a service is held on the anniversary at the memorial at Parc Slip Nature Reserve.

A group of people stood in front of a memorial, made up of a pile of large stones surrounded by a low wall.

A sculpture of a miner and a horse, with the Parc Slip Colliery Disaster memorial in the background.

A brick walkway lined with trees along the edge. There are grass cuttings on the path, and a tractor in the background. A person planting flowers in a large planter.

Three people planting flowers in a large planter.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

A #TeamWilder update 🦆 Our Wilder Engagement Officer Marianne has been working with Amanah Cymru to connect young people to wild spaces in Cardiff and its surroundings. She recently led a trip to Llanishen Reservoir where the group learnt about wetland birds. 📸 Marianne Evans

A group of children looking towards a large body of water.

Blackberries in someones hand. They are wearing binoculars.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Don't miss out, applications close next week! We're recruiting for: 🤝 Stakeholder Liaison Officer - apply by 2nd September 🌿 Nature Recovery Officer - apply by 2nd September 🍰 Counter Assistant at The Welsh Wildlife Centre - apply by 1st September Find out more and apply: champ.ly/K0p0mdyL

People walking through grass with trees in the background. They are carrying gardening and DIY equipment. Text reads: Applications close soon! Nature Recovery Officer, Apply by Wednesday 2nd September. Stakeholder Liaison Officer, Apply by Wednesday 2nd September. Counter Assistant at the Welsh Wildlife Centre, Apply by Tuesday 1st September

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

We're hiring! We're looking for a Commercial Manager to drive forward the income of our trading arm to support our charity. Apply by 18th September. Find out more: www.welshwildlife.org/jobs #CommercialManager #Jobs #Wales

A photo of Kingfisher perched on a branch against a green background with text that reads: We're hiring a Commercial Manager.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Our Conservation Team have been continuing to assess the condition of habitats on our nature reserves. Last week, through surveys in grasslands and woodlands. 🌳 But they've been faced with a very noticeable impact of this summer's drought and heatwaves. Put simply, everything is incredibly dry.

Two people crouching in grass with clipboards.

Two people stood in a woodland holding clipboards.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Dod â Bywyd Gwyllt Cymru i'r Eisteddfod 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Post dwyieithog / Bilingual post Mynychodd ein Swyddog Allgymorth ac Ymgysylltu, Cedwyn, a Chynorthwyydd Cadwraeth Forol Cerys, yr Eisteddfod yn ddiweddar. Darllenwch am eu profiadau ➡️ champ.ly/QXGl0dIE #Eisteddfod

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A woman in a colourful marquee holding a microphone and giving a talk.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Ever seen a spider pretending to be a wasp?🕷️ Introducing the Wasp Spider, or Copyn Cacwn in Welsh. One of nature's greatest mimics! Females have yellow, black and white stripes, making them look like a Common Wasp. Why? To help keep safe from predators. 📸Our Gower volunteers at Prior's Meadow

A spider with bright yellow, black and white stripes on its body. Text reads: Wasp Spider. Copyn Cawn.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Passionate about nature in South and West Wales? Apply now to join our Board of Trustees. All the details, including the application form can be found at welshwildlife.org/trustees The deadline is ➡️ Monday 24th August 2026 to join the Board for the AGM this year.

A group of seabirds on a rocky surface. Text reads: We're recruiting for new Trustees.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

We're hiring! Join our team: 🌿 Nature Recovery Officer (closes 2nd Sept) 🤝 Stakeholder Liaison Officer (closes 2nd Sept) 🍰 Counter Assistant at the Welsh Wildlife Centre (closes 1st Sept) Find out more: welshwildlife.org/jobs #Jobs #ConservationJobs #EcologyJobs #WildlifeJobs

People walking through grass with trees in the background. They are carrying gardening and DIY equipment. Text reads: We're hiring! Nature Recovery Officer, Apply by Wednesday 2nd September. Stakeholder Liaison Officer, Apply by Wednesday 2nd September. Counter Assistant at the Welsh Wildlife Centre, Apply by Tuesday 1st September.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Seal pupping season is here 🦭 You might spot seal pups alone on Welsh beaches. This isn’t unusual and doesn’t mean the pup has been abandoned. The mothers return to the sea for short foraging trips, but will keep an eye on their pup and return regularly to them. 📸 Thinesh Thirugnanasampanthar

An adult seal and seal pup on a sandy beach.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Happy World Lizard Day!🦎 This is a Common Lizard, spotted by our Wilder Engagement Officer, at Parc Slip Nature Reserve. It's one of 3 lizard species we have in the UK: Common Lizard, Sand Lizard, and Slow Worm (yes, Slow Worms are actually lizards, despite the name and snake-like appearance!)

A lizard on a log, with grass and trees in the bachground.

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Did you catch our Youth Forum members on the radio? 📻 Our two youth forums recently featured in Keepers of Tomorrow, on BBC Radio Wales - a programme all about amazing young people caring for the planet. Catch up with Keepers of Tomorrow ⬇️ champ.ly/I9IVNlJT 📸 Laura Evans & Alex Griffiths

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Wildlife walks and connecting communities: a Team Wilder Update 🐦 Marianne has been working with Bridgend Council to connect with local families and charities. We have run a series of walks at Parc Slip, Tondu and have seen everything ranging from Swallow chicks, to Field Mice to lizards 🦎

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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales @wtsww.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

How to keep dogs and wildlife safe on nature reserves 🐾 We've had a few recent instances of dogs bothering grazing animals on our reserves, so it's more important than ever that people walking dogs act responsibly. For the safety of pets, wildlife and other nature reserve visitors. Tips below ⬇️

A brown and black dog in a nature reserve. Text reads: Tips for keeping pets and wildlife safe on nature reserves. From Hildi, a nature-loving pup from the WTSWW team!

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