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Waxwing

The waxwing is a colourful winter visitor. It can often be spotted in large flocks in berry-laden bushes in towns, car parks and gardens.

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Found a dead animal

Occasionally we all come across the sad sight of a dead animal. Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust does not offer any services related to the discovery, reporting, or disposal of dead animals, but this page will help you know what to do if you find one.
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Waxwing winters

Discover the bird that’s a favourite amongst birdwatchers, despite the fact that most rarely see one.

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Annual meadow-grass

Annual meadow-grass is a coarse, vigorous grass that can be found on waste ground, bare grassland and in lawns. In some situations, it can be considered a weed.

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Wildlife Advice

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust do not offer the care and rehabilitation of wildlife or any offer any services related to the discovery, reporting or disposal of dead animals. Our advice pages will help you to know what to do and who to contact if you do find one.
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Lapwing

The distinctive rounded wings of the lapwing are displayed beautifully when it wheels around a winter sky in a massive flock. In spring, these flocks disperse and some birds breed in the UK.…

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Wading into autumn

For many birdwatchers things are just hotting up! We might be reaching the end of summer, but this is when a group of birds known as waders start to appear on our shores. Here are ten waders to…

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Common sexton beetle

The common sexton beetle is one of several burying beetle species in the UK. An undertaker of the animal world, it buries dead animals like mice and birds, and feeds and breeds on the corpses.

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Beaver

Beavers are the engineers of the animal world, creating wetlands where wildlife can thrive. After a 400-year absence, beavers are back in Britain!