Notes from the wetland: nature, wildlife, and conservation.
A Spring Walk Through a UK Fen: What to See and How to Read the Landscape
September 25, 2026

A seasonal walk through a UK fen in spring, showing how to read rising water tables, emerging fen plants and breeding birds, with practical tips for recording what you find.

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Reedbeds vs. Sedge Beds: How to Tell These Two Wetland Habitats Apart
September 22, 2026

Reedbeds and sedge beds look alike from a distance but differ in plants, structure, wildlife and management. Here is how to tell them apart in the field.

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How to Build a Wildlife Pond That Mimics a Natural Marsh
September 15, 2026

A step-by-step guide to building a garden pond with shallow shelves, native marginal planting and easy wildlife ramps, so it works more like a natural marsh.

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