Spiny lobster
Spiny lobster, crawfish, crayfish, rock lobsters - many names, one animal! This pretty lobster was made extinct in many areas through overfishing, but is now making a slow comeback.
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Two Little Owl chicks sitting on a branch. Credit: Hilary Chambers
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Lobster
A well known inhabitant of UK seas, common lobsters can reach up to 60cm in length.
Oyster
Native oysters are a staple of our seas and our plates - but our love of their taste has lead to a sharp decline all around the UK.
Spiny squat lobster
A bizarre half lobster/half crab, this squat lobster is one of the true stunners of the rocky shore!
Oyster mushroom
Oyster mushrooms are shell shaped fungi that grow in tiers or fabulous clusters on dead trees or stumps. Unlike many fungi, these mushrooms are not seasonal and can be found all year round,…
Oyster drill
This is a predominantly subtidal species but can be found on the lowest parts of a sheltered rocky shore in summer.
Olive squat lobster
These feisty crustaceans are the ‘Houdinis’ of the rocky shore, evading capture as soon as disturbed!
Durham Wildlife Trust celebrates half-century by securing its 50th nature reserve
Durham Wildlife Trust has marked its half-century by unveiling its 50th nature reserve.
Membership (poster landing page)
By becoming a member of Durham Wildlife Trust you can make a real difference for wildlife in our local area.
Join today (poster landing page)
By becoming a member of Durham Wildlife Trust you can make a real difference for wildlife in our local area.
Making green greener
How Durham Wildlife Trust is starting to address its carbon footprint.
Grayling
The grayling is one of our largest brown butterflies and a master of disguise - its cryptic colouring helps to camouflage it against bare earth and stones in its coastal habitats and on inland…