Author: James Common
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A sticking plaster approach to conservation is failing Scotland’s wildlife – and with species such as red squirrel, wild cat and capercaillie declining or on…
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We all have days when everything feels like just a little bit too much: like myriad tasks are mounting up uncontrollably while motivation [and self-worth]…
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I was returning home from work along the scenic route, having been tempted by the sunshine to prolong my journey. I followed the path along…
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Hailing from the North East of England, to me, a visit to London is much like a visit to a dystopian future. One where geographical…
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GPs in Shetland are now able to prescribe nature to their patient’s thanks to a pioneering partnership project A partnership project between NHS Shetland and…
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A late afternoon in the final week of summer and I found myself taking a detour along the edge of woodland on my local common.…
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Following a short, creative hiatus, we’re stoked to bring you the latest edition of New Nature Magazine. This time boasting a new look and an…
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Infamous. Amantia muscaria is one of the most recognisable fungi in the world. A recent study by European scientists, during which subjects were shown images…
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This post was originally written for Bowland Raptor Politics. The thoughts expressed here are those of the author alone and do not necessarily represent my…
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Yesterday I experienced something new and otherworldly: discovering a new side to my home county – Northumberland, for those who haven’t yet guessed – on…
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European Hornets really are fearsome looking beasts: significantly larger than their more abundant cousin, the wasp, and boasting both a menacing set of mandibles –…
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It was uplifting to learn that Black-tailed Godwits, the elegant wading birds at the heart of the outstanding Project Godwit initiative, have enjoyed a bumper…
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The Yorkshire village of Malham was basking in the mid-morning sunshine when we set off for a circular walk up over the hills via Gordale…
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This week, the depths of social media have been filled with grumblings of discontent aimed at the RSPB for their use of lethal control as…