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Landward episode 6 2023

Landward episode 6 2023

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Landward episode 6 2023: Dougie embarks on a remarkable journey as he explores the majestic landscape of the largest national nature reserve in the country, Mar Lodge Estate. Spanning a massive 29,000 hectares, this breathtaking estate is home to 15 munros nestled within the eastern reaches of the Cairngorms. As he traverses this awe-inspiring terrain, Dougie witnesses the extensive regenerative efforts aimed at restoring the ancient Caledonian forest to its former glory. Additionally, he delves into an ambitious project on the opposite side of the Cairngorm mountains that seeks to reintroduce captively bred Scottish wildcats into the wild later this […]

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Iolo's Borderlands episode 4

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 4

Nature / 8 minutes of reading / / By

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 4: Iolo Williams embarks on a captivating journey to explore the diverse wildlife inhabiting the borderlands of north-east Wales. Starting on a moor near Llangollen, he sets out to observe the elusive hen harriers, a highly endangered bird of prey. To witness one of Britain’s most magnificent wildlife displays – the black grouse lek – Iolo sets his alarm for the early hour of 4 am. Continuing his expedition, Iolo visits a crucial nature reserve situated on a bog, which boasts a remarkable assortment of wildlife. Among the fascinating creatures found here are raft spiders, dragonflies, and

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Iolo's Borderlands episode 3

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 3

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Iolo’s Borderlands episode 3: Embarking on a captivating journey, Iolo Williams delves into the mesmerising landscapes of North Radnorshire and Montgomeryshire. The expedition commences at the stunning pasture of Tylcau Hill, situated near Llanbister. This natural haven is a vivid tapestry of colours, teeming with an abundance of wildflowers and a diverse population of rare butterflies. The adventure continues as Iolo ventures towards Dolfor, a quaint village in close proximity to Newtown. This picturesque location is celebrated as one of the few remaining bastions for the curlew, an iconic bird species native to Wales.       As Iolo traverses

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Iolo's Borderlands episode 2

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 2

Nature / 7 minutes of reading / / By

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 2: Accompanied by his trusty camera crew and an insatiable curiosity for the natural world, Iolo Williams embarks on an exciting exploration of the borderlands of Radnorshire. Starting his journey along the picturesque banks of the Wye, between the quaint towns of Hay-on-Wye and Glasbury, he immerses himself in the stunning landscapes and diverse ecosystems of this ancient county. As he wanders along the river, Iolo’s sharp eyes and keen senses quickly detect the presence of a variety of wildlife, including nesting little-ringed plovers and oystercatchers. Mesmerized by their intricate behaviors and fascinating habits, he eagerly captures

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Countryfile - Wild Britain

Countryfile – Wild Britain

Farming and Country Life, Nature / 3 minutes of reading / / By

Countryfile – Wild Britain: Picking up the baton from Sir David Attenborough’s Wild Isles, Countryfile launches ‘Wild Britain’, an ambitious 12-month initiative to galvanize us all to help and save our precious wildlife. Ellie Harrison and Hamza Yassin are lending a hand on the Lincolnshire Fens, as a group of local volunteers and schoolchildren begin the transformation of an old playing field into a wildlife haven by building a bog, a dead hedge and a bug hotel. Hamza also takes the children on a wildlife safari at a nearby nature reserve to show what nature their playing field could attract

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Wild Isles episode 4 - Ocean

Wild Isles episode 5 – Ocean

Nature / 4 minutes of reading / / By

Wild Isles episode 5 – Ocean: David Attenborough explores our seas, from the vibrant and surprising shallows to the abundant open ocean, and reveals some extraordinary and dramatic wildlife stories. Sir David Attenborough explores the surprisingly vibrant seas that surround the British Isles. The vast watery wilderness around us is over three times the size of our land mass, and yet to many, our oceans remain a mystery. Full of colour and teeming with life, the seas of Britain and Ireland are crucially important to a range of wildlife. This episode goes beneath the waves to uncover the thriving habitats

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Iolo's Borderlands episode 1

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 1

Nature / 5 minutes of reading / / By

Iolo’s Borderlands episode 1: Iolo Williams explores the Welsh Marches, the borderlands with England, discovering amazing wildlife in this surprisingly diverse area. In the Gwent Levels, he is treated to a chorus of birdsong and hunts for one of the rarest bees in Britain – the shrill carder bee. In the Wye Valley, he sets trail cameras to capture shots of elusive wild boar and searches for the rare hawfinch and camouflaged nightjar. Iolo ends this portion of his journey at Llanthony Priory, where house martins are nesting in the ruins. Iolo Williams searches for extraordinary wildlife in the Welsh

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Chris Packham's Animal Einsteins episode 5

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 5

Nature / 7 minutes of reading / / By

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 5: In this episode Chris Packham reveals the intelligent cons and deceitful behaviour that animal Einsteins use to survive and prosper in the game of life – from disguising themselves to outwit predators, and kidnapping babies to save their own offspring, to reading our body language to pull off a successful robbery. We start with the ultimate master of disguise – the octopus. Prof Roger Hanlon describes how octopus intelligence rivals that of vertebrates, with extraordinarily fast and complex decision-making that transforms their appearance faster than the blink of an eye. If camouflage doesn’t fool

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Chris Packham's Animal Einsteins episode 4

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 4

Nature / 4 minutes of reading / / By

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 4: Chris Packham looks at social intelligence in the animal kingdom and finds out why it is that, for animals, being together means being clever. He looks at how lions hunt in teams and each hold a very specific position, how vampire bats build trust and donor networks through grooming, and how wild wolves first became domesticated and transformed into man’s best friend.       Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 2 is a television series presented by Chris Packham that explores the intelligence and problem-solving abilities of various animal species. The series consists of

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Wild Isles episode 2 - Woodland

Wild Isles episode 2 – Woodland

Nature / 4 minutes of reading / / By

Wild Isles episode 2 – Woodland – Sir David Attenborough explores the incredible diversity of Britain’s woodlands, taking us on a seasonal journey through our forests, and revealing a host of spectacular animals and the hidden dramas that rule their lives. In an ancient pine tree in the Cairngorms, two eagle chicks are on the verge of fledging their gargantuan nest. In winter in the Forest of Dean, the reintroduction of wild boar has given the robin a lifeline. As they root through the thick snow, the boar unearth the worms with their snouts, which the robins otherwise couldn’t find.

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Chris Packham's Animal Einsteins episode 3

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 3

Nature / 4 minutes of reading / / By

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 3: Finding somewhere to keep safe is one of the biggest challenges an animal faces. But some animals don’t have to find a safe place – they build one. In this episode, Chris reveals some of the best building animals in the world – a group that is incredibly varied. Accomplished animal architects include everything from beavers to bees and prairie dogs to bowerbirds. They don’t only build homes, however – they also make structures to raise their young, store food, catch prey and impress mates. But what can be learnt from their building brilliance?

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Chris Packham's Animal Einsteins episode 2

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 2

Nature / 4 minutes of reading / / By

Chris Packham’s Animal Einsteins episode 2: In this episode, Chris Packham reveals some of the cleverest animal communicators on the planet. For decades, people have longed to emulate Dr Doolittle and be able to understand what animals are communicating to one another. But their methods often go far beyond the capabilities of our human senses. Now, thanks to dedicated researchers, new science and cutting-edge technology, we’re being given a glimpse into the ingenious ways that animals get their message across – that dolphins have individual names for each other, that cuttlefish use covert signals, and that humans can understand apes

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