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Sweet vernal-grass

Flowering in spring, the cylindrical, densely packed flower spikes of Sweet vernal-grass are easily spotted in a meadow. It also tastes of sweet vanilla and was once a favourite 'chewing…

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Grass snake

The grass snake is our longest snake, but don't worry if you find one in the compost heap - it's harmless! Look out for this green and yellow beauty in grasslands and wetlands, too.

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Wildlife Watch

Find out more about Norfolk Wildlife Trust's Wildlife Watch – The Wildlife Trusts' club for children and families interested in nature and wildlife.
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Knot grass

A common moth across most of the UK. The large, hairy caterpillars are often seen in late summer.

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Reed sweet-grass

Reed sweet-grass is a towering grass with large, loose flower heads that can be found on marshy ground near rivers, streams and ponds. It can become invasive, but does shelter various aquatic…

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Wildlife

Your one-stop shop for all things wildlife in Norfolk. Find out how you can support wildlife in your community or on your land, explore Norfolk species and habitats, or visit our wildlife FAQ's and webcams.
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Thank you - Investors in Wildlife

Norfolk Wildlife Trust is grateful to all its Investors in Wildlife, including Corporate Partners, Wildlife Champions, Wildlife Ambassadors and Wildlife Supporters.
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Wildlife gifts

Give wildlife a helping hand! For just £25 you can treat the wildlife lover in your life to the perfect gift and help wildlife across Norfolk. Each wildlife gift includes a certificate, a factsheet on your chosen species, a Norfolk Wildlife Trust tote bag, and matching fridge magnet. Choose from otter or swallowtail butterfly.
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Wildlife FAQs

Our Wildlife Information Service is here to give advice and answer questions you may have about Norfolk's wildlife.
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Wildlife consultancy

Norfolk Wildlife Services provides a range of ecological and arboricultural surveys and impact assessments.
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Perennial rye-grass

Perennial rye-grass is a tufted, vigorous grass of roadside verges, rough pastures and waste ground. It is commonly used in agriculture and for reseeding grasslands.