Wildlife

Monthly guide to woodland wildlife

December

During the shortest days birds have only a short window of opportunity to feed, so they are mostly silent. However robins still manage a quiet warble and wrens find time to scold humans and dogs alike, from amongst the safety of dead undergrowth and thicket.

January

This is the best time of year to see the shape of trees and their branches. Contrast the twisted branches of a mature oak with the smooth lines of the ash

Mixed groups of tits can be seen working their way through hedgerows and trees looking for tiny invertebrates. These usually include long-tailed tits, great tits, blue tits, coal tits and the odd marsh tit.

Guide for November

Wildlife sightings

9.10.11

Scabious still flowering in the glade

Sightings in September 2011

Species List 2006-2008

More about wildlife in the woodland.