Barbastelle bat
The barbastelle is a scarce bat that lives in woodland and forages over a wide area. It has a distinctive 'pug-like' appearance because of its upturned nose.
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Western Link threatens probable largest barbastelle bat colony in UK
If the Western Link for the NDR were to go ahead on its proposed route, it would drive through what is likely to be the largest known 'super-colony' of barbastelle bats in the UK,…
We've sent a letter to the DEFRA Secretary of State to counter an "ill-advised attack" on Natural England
We have today sent a letter to the Rt Hon Steve Barclay MP, DEFRA Secretary of State, calling out Norfolk MPs who are labelling Natural England's recent barbastelle bat guidance '…
Maternity colony for rare bats continues to be under threat from proposed road route
Norfolk Wildlife Trust is continuing to object to the proposed 'Norwich Western Link' (NWL) and calls on more people to consider the coverage from BBC Countryfile (aired 5 December 2021…
Norwich Western Link remains catastrophic for wildlife despite route changes
Following information published by Norfolk County Council ahead of today's Cabinet meeting, a group of environmental organisations continue to raise grave concerns about the ecological impact…
We raise concerns for funding of the NWL with the Department for Transport
Following the government naming the Norwich Western Link among road projects that could benefit from the recent scrapping of the northern section of HS2, we have raised grave concerns about the…
Our Open Letter, in objection to the Norwich Western Link
Today, we sent an open letter to Councillor Andrew Proctor, in objection to the Norwich Western Link road (NWL). Read the full letter below.
Western Link road planning decision sparks outrage amongst environmental groups
We continue to raise grave concerns about the damage the Norwich Western Link road would do to wildlife and the landscape.
Brandt's bat
The small, shaggy-furred Brandt's bat roosts in all sorts of houses, old or modern. It is similar to the whiskered bat and they often roost together, but in separate colonies. It feeds low to…
Whiskered bat
The small, shaggy-furred whiskered bat roosts in all sorts of houses, old or modern. It is similar to the Brandt's bat and they often roost together, but in separate colonies. It feeds along…
Daubenton's bat
Look out for the Daubenton's bat foraging over wetlands across the UK at twilight. Its flight is fast and agile as it skims the water's surface for insect-prey.
Leisler's bat
The Leisler's bat flies fast and high near the treetops, but you might also spot it flying around lamp posts, looking for insects attracted to the light.