Conservation
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Ten Species Threatened with World Extinction – On One Field on Waun Las NNR
Imagine a nature reserve with rare species equivalent to the European bison, Sumatran orangutang, snow leopard, polar bear, manatee, black colobus monkey, green sea turtle, giant armadillo, Masai giraffe and the dragon tree? We have one.
Read moreA year in the life of the Balwen sheep at the National Botanic Garden of Wales
Balwen sheep are full of character. They are quick witted, independent and incredibly cautious of anything new. They are happy in familiar surroundings and have a terrific memory.
Read moreGuide to March’s Wildflowers
March is the first month of spring and wildflowers are beginning to bloom. Biophilic Wales have made this downloadable guide to help you identify some native wildflowers you can find in March.
Read moreSolitary bees and where to see them
When someone mentions bees to you, a honey bee or a bumblebee probably comes to mind. However, there are lots of other bees buzzing about, often unnoticed.
Read moreThe world through an insect’s eyes
Have you ever wondered why bees have two sets of eyes, or why dragonfly eyes meet on top of their head?
Read moreWet Wet Wet
All this wet weather is a worry, as it’s not the cold that kills bees, but the damp and mould, so we like to check the hives regularly to make sure we have done all we can to help our bees.
Read moreOpening times 30 March - 31 October 10:00AM - 6:00PM Admission prices inc Gift Aid exc Gift Aid Adult £13.75 £12.50 Children (5-16) £6.60 £6 Under 5s FREE FREE Families (2 Adults & up to 4 children) £39.60 £36 Single Parent Family (1 Adult & up to 3 children) £26.40 £24 Carers FREE FREE British Bird of Prey Centre £3.50 £3.50 Contact Us
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