American mink
Escaped or intentionally freed from fur farms in the 1960s, the American mink is now well established in the UK. Its carnivorous nature is a threat to our native water vole and seabird populations…
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Birds on the move
For many birdwatchers, autumn is the most exciting time of year. But what are they so excited about?
Polecats, ferrets and the American mink
One native, one feral and one invasive. Could American mink halt the expansion of polecat range? Or is hybridisation with ferrets a bigger risk to their recovery? Naturally Native Project Officer…
Watch out… there’s mink about!
by Emily Marshall
With autumn just around the corner, we are now entering the American mink dispersal season.
Introducing the American mink. Invasive species week
American mink are non-native and pose a threat to water voles in our region. Naturally Native Project Officer, Elliot Lea, takes a detailed look at this species and how we can help restore '…
My Wild 5 – Run, Walk, Move 5k Your Way
🏃Will you take on your #Wild5 for Durham Wildlife Trust? Walk, run, cycle, toddle - whatever works for you - then donate £5 to help protect wildlife from Tees to Tyne.
Minke whale
The UK's smallest whale, the minke whale, is notoriously inquisitive around boats and is even known to breach clear of the water. Beware though - their fragrant breath has given them the…
Water vole
The water vole is under serious threat from habitat loss and predation by the American mink. Found along our waterways, it is similar-looking to the brown rat, but with a blunt nose, small ears…
Hummingbird hawk-moth
The hummingbird hawk-moth migrates to the UK from Southern Europe each year. It can be seen hovering over flowers, feeding with its long proboscis; its wings move so quickly that it 'hums…
Common limpet
If you’ve ever been rockpooling, you’ve probably seen a limpet or two! Their cone-shaped shells clamp onto rocks until the tide comes in, at which point they become active. Limpets move around…
Active in Nature: Muddy Wellies
Active in Nature is a project which aims to get young children moving and exercising in nature.
Active in Nature: Muddy Wellies
Active in Nature is a project which aims to get young children moving and exercising in nature.