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Conservation Guide for 2018

Conservation has been on the agenda of UK citizens for quite some time – most notably since the 1990s, when the eco-aware Daniel Hooper shot to fame. The man dubbed ‘Swampy’ may have since retired from the conservation game, but there are still a number of environmentally friendly resources all over the UK. This guide will take a look at where you can find information and resources on all things pertaining the natural world, no matter what area your interests may lie within.

General Conservation Information Sources

If you’re looking to increase your knowledge base of activism surrounding conservation in the UK, there are a number of different links and organisations that you can get in touch with.

Avian Wildlife

What would life be without the sound of birdsong in the morning to mark the breaking of the day? Whether you’re a keen birdwatcher or just looking to expand your knowledge of our feathered friends, there are plenty of resources to do so.

Mammalian Wildlife

Whether it’s the cats, dogs and rabbits that leave paw prints on our hearts as pets or the wild creatures that wander the nation’s parks, moors and forests, mammals plays a huge role in the UK’s conservation efforts. Naturally, means that that they need to be protected in any way possible, and there are many resources beyond the RSPCA.

  • The Wildlife Trust and The British Wildlife Centre work tirelessly to ensure that animals retain their homes, and that any endangered species are appropriately managed.
  • The WWF aren’t spandex-clad pro wrestlers – the World Wildlife Foundation is the world’s foremost independent animal conservation organisation, and they have a UK arm. Naturewatch is another British charity dedicated to improving the lives of animals, whether domestic or wild. Global Wildlife Conservation also pour their souls into this line of work.
  • Popular magazine Countryfile has a profile on the UK’s finest nature reserves for walks, while the government website has a general directory of every reserve in the nation.
  • Some consider wild foxes to be a pest, but these beautiful animals are endangered. The Fox Project is dedicated to helping red foxes across the country.

Amphibian and Marine Wildlife

Of course, it’s not just animals with fur and feathers that need our protection – creatures with scales are just as important.

Insects

Creepy-crawlies are not to everybody’s taste, but there is no denying that our six- and eight-legged friends play a hugely important role in the nation’s conservation efforts.

  • We are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of bees to the planet, and The Bumblebee Conservation Trust is doing great work on to keep sharing this knowledge.
  • Buglife are working tirelessly to keep the country’s invertebrate population safe. Check out that David Attenborough quote on the homepage to get a real insight into how important insects can be!
  • Anybody keen to learn more about insects could do worse than to investigate the Amateur Entomologists’ Society or their professional counterparts, the Royal Entomological Society.
  • Can you picture anything more beautiful than a butterfly? How about thousands of them? Investigate Butterfly Conservation for information on how they beautiful insects can be protected.
  • The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds don’t just concern themselves with flying friends – they also have an entire arm dedicated to bugs and other miniature critters.

Flowers and Algae

Wildlife is one thing, but green space is called that for a reason – it’s the flora and algae that grows all the countryside that makes it so memorable to visit. Whether this is keeping animals alive by providing food or enabling the country to enjoy a healthy sense of biodiversity, flora and algae are pivotal to the UK’s ecosystem.

Green Spaces in the UK

If all of this talk of conversation has whetted your appetite to spend more time out in the great outdoors, you’re in luck – there are all kinds of green spaces and conservation parks throughout the UK.

  • A National Trust membership should obviously be your first port of call – you will open up the opportunity to visit all kinds of unique locations.
  • The Eden Project in Cornwall is a fascinating botanical garden that’s home to all kinds of exotic plant life, in addition to working tirelessly on a number of conservation projects throughout the world.
  • Ordnance Survey has produced a free map of all the green spaces found throughout the UK that anybody can utilise.
  • Historic England offers a guide to the parks and green spaces available to the general public.

Useful Links

A great many websites have been referenced over the course of this guide, but there is no need to get overwhelmed. Take a look below to find the online homes of every business or location that has been discussed, where you will be able to find all kinds of information and inspiration.