Join Wildlife Matters as we head out into the snowy winter woodland to identify wildlife tracks in the snow The snow was still falling when I arrived at the woodland… Continue Reading... "108 Identifying Wildlife Tracks in the Snow"
Tag: Foxes
099 The Rise and Fall of Hedgerows
The Rise and Fall of Hedgerows. Hedgerows have been an essential part of the British countryside since Roman times. In fact, Britain’s Hedgerows can be traced back to the Bronze Age and possibly even the Neolithic period. Continue Reading... "099 The Rise and Fall of Hedgerows"
The first farmers in Britain cleared small areas of woodland for cultivation, leaving strips of trees as boundaries. These are considered the earliest forms of hedgerows in Britain. Continue Reading... "099 The Rise and Fall of Hedgerows"
Planting new hedgerows started around Roman times and continued on and off until the mid-18th century, when the Enclosures Act prompted a tremendous surge in hedge planting, mainly around the Midlands. Continue Reading... "099 The Rise and Fall of Hedgerows"
Hedge removal is not a new phenomenon. Many were lost during the Napoleonic Wars when a besieged Britain was threatened with starvation. Continue Reading... "099 The Rise and Fall of Hedgerows"
076 – Foxy Facts – Foxes in Springtime
The world of foxes is captivating, and witnessing a fox family grow and thrive is truly remarkable. As the season changes from winter to spring, we follow the Vixen and the Dog Fox as they welcome and nurture their cubs. From the early days in the den to the cubs’ playful antics and development, the bond within the fox family is heartwarming. Continue Reading... "076 – Foxy Facts – Foxes in Springtime"
053 – Incredible ways our wildlife adapts to winter in Britain
The days become shorter in autumn, and deciduous trees lose their leaves. Spiders move indoors, and insects seem to disappear. Most people notice the shorter days, longer nights, and the drop in temperature. Overnight frosts and snowfall will soon be with us once again. Continue Reading... "053 – Incredible ways our wildlife adapts to winter in Britain"
At this time, humans often go outdoors less, preferring to stay indoors and turn the heating on instead. Continue Reading... "053 – Incredible ways our wildlife adapts to winter in Britain"
022 – The end of the ‘Bloodhunters’ – Hunting is dying?
I have watched in horror as countless innocent foxes were torn apart by hounds, driven on by jeering huntsmen while the Hunt Monitors observed and recorded the blatant disregard for the lives of the foxes. I have borne witness to countless violations of the Hunting Act, yet on nearly every occasion the perpetrators are allowed to evade punishment. I have seen my fellow sabs bravely fight against an unyielding enemy, only to be met with ruthless aggression; kicked, punched, beaten with riding crops and even run over by horses. Even when justice has been sought, it has been denied as the police have proven time and time again that they will not stand against violence against wildlife protectors. Continue Reading... "022 – The end of the ‘Bloodhunters’ – Hunting is dying?"
013 The Truth about BovineTB
BovineTB, as the name suggests, usually affects Bovine animals, such as Cattle. However, it can affect nearly all mammals, causing general illness, coughing, and death. Continue Reading... "013 The Truth about BovineTB"
008 – Moorland Devastation -Exposed!
Wildlife Matters Investigates exposes the destruction of the habitat on our upland moors that are being managed for Red Grouse for the shooting estates destroying the carbon syncs of peatland and causing water contamination and flooding in the lowlands. Continue Reading... "008 – Moorland Devastation -Exposed!"
002 – Are Foxes Dangerous?
Further into the report, the NHS state: It is hard to estimate how common bites are as records are usually only kept of bites that were serious enough to require hospital treatment, which in England is around 6,000 cases of dog bites and 2,500 cases due to other bites, including human. And for accuracy and clarity, the NHS does not mention Fox Bites in the report. Continue Reading... "002 – Are Foxes Dangerous?"