50 Species for 50 Years
Wiltshire Wildlife Trust reached a milestone 50 years on 23rd July 2012! To celebrate this event and the fact that the Trust and its staff and volunteers have been working hard all this time to protect, improve and manage species and habitats in Wiltshire, the WSBRC has decided to showcase 50 iconic, rare or otherwise interesting native species which can be found on its fantastic reserves.
Species of the Week 24th December - Robin
For our last species of the week, to celebrate 50 years of the Wiltshire Wildlife Trust, we have chosen the nation’s favourite bird, the Robin. Intrinsically linked with this time of year, the Robin’s plump appearance and red breast is easily recognisable to all. Both male and female Robins make their presence known throughout the year by being one of only a few British birds to sing all year round, this behaviour is due to the importance for both genders to hold winter territories.
While the Robin can be seen at many if not all of the Trust’s wonderful reserves as well as in woodlands, hedgerows or parks, this is not a species you need to make a special trip to see. Instead simply take some time to watch your garden over the festive period because, as winter progresses courtship will begin, and many of us will spot a pair gearing up to nest, often in the most unlikely of locations!
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