We've (Lizzie and Chris) just got back from Costa Rica. Apart from being an absolutely fantastic treat after so long not going on holiday, it was also a really inspirational trip. In the 1940s Costa Rica was 75% forest. Much of this (by some estimations up to half) was lost over the coming decades to … Continue reading Wildlife tourism in Costa Rica: Why biodiversity matters
It is increasingly recognised that climate change is not the only global threat. And we are actually facing both a climate and a biodiversity crisis. The WWF Living Planet Report found that the world has lost almost 70% of its mammal, bird, fish, reptile, and amphibian species since 1970. And when you look at insects … Continue reading Wildlife, carbon, and offsetting: how your next holiday can benefit biodiversity
When I started working at Lifescape Project and learnt about our Wildside leave policy, I was pretty excited. Two days extra holiday per year to spend time in nature and engage with wildlife to make sure I never forget why it is so important to protect it. I knew I’d joined the right organisation! I … Continue reading Kayaking in the Sound of Arisaig
Think you know what wildlife lives near you? Think again. Chances are, there’s a lot more out there then you realise! In fact, most wildlife is pretty elusive and will go undetected in front of your eyes and ears. In the UK, we have a whole host of interesting mammals that we only bump into … Continue reading How to use a camera trap to discover local wildlife
Whether it’s a fly in your home or a beetle in your back garden, insects are everywhere! They’re a brilliant way to connect with nature not only because they’re easy to find, but as you delve deeper, you’ll discover fascinating lifecycles, superb survival strategies, and beautiful morphologies, right on your doorstep! In this blog post, … Continue reading Common insects to spot in your garden or daily exercise during spring
As COVID took over the globe and the main cities in Patagonia started to shut down flights, I had to return home to the UK before completing my trip. I'm now sat in a cabin in the Scottish Highlands putting together the rest of my blogs. My last post was about our misadventures looking for … Continue reading Tierra del Fuego – the land of fire and penguins
You could be forgiven for thinking that 'wildlife gardening' and 'rewilding' appeal to very different audiences. For me, and my own set of stereotypes, any reference to wildlife gardening used to evoke an image of octagenarian garden centre patrons browsing the latest range of bird feeders. Rewilding seemed to be a euphemism for importing wolves. … Continue reading How to rewild your garden
Last year we put a camera trap up in our garden in South London. It's a pretty typical garden and we haven't done anything special to attract wildlife - other than a couple of bird feeders. We wanted to see what was around us and get a bit more of an insight into the lives … Continue reading Camera trapping in London
As the world goes into isolation and we're increasingly cut off from the outside world (especially those without gardens) it's increasingly important to find new ways to connect with nature. So as part of our LocalWild campaign we've put together a list of 15 ways to connect with nature in isolation. If you've got any … Continue reading 15 ways to connect with nature in isolation
In the UK, the beginning of the COVID19 quarantine coincided with the Spring equinox. In the southern hemisphere, it's the beginning of Autumn. At this moment, some 4,000 years ago, Mayans gather to watch a shadowy snake slither across the majestic Pyramid of Kukulkan, celebrating the Return of the Sun Serpent. Pagans and Celts dance … Continue reading Going Wild in Isolation
