WWT

We are WWT, the wetland charity. We restore wetlands and unlock their power.

01/09/2026

Let’s play a game of caption this. 💭 What is this little stint thinking?

[Image description: A little stint standing on a rock with its eyes closed and bill open wide.]

28/08/2026

Set your reminders 📺 We’re on Countryfile this Sunday, filmed at WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre!

Not only have we provided a wetland backdrop for the Countryfile Photographic Competition 2026, but the crew got stuck in filming three incredible stories from around the site. We can’t reveal what (or who!) is featured just yet, but trust us when we say you won’t want to miss this. 🦆

Don’t forget to tune in to BBC One this Sunday at 6pm BST to catch the wetlands. https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m003118f

[Image description: A red-veined dragonfly perches on a dry flower looking up. Text says ‘We’re taking over your TV this Sunday’]

26/08/2026

Did you know it’s easier to spot birds on their autumn migration? 🔍

In spring, birds are usually looking their best in their smartest plumage but rarely stick around for long in their rush to get to their breeding grounds. So keep an eye on the sky, you might have a better chance of spotting curlew sandpiper and little stint this time of year!

[Image description: A curlew sandpiper stands in the mud in a wetland with one foot slightly raised as if to take a step.]

17/08/2026

This plant has a little secret! 🤫

Found by rivers, streams, and other wetlands, meadowsweet has clusters of flowers off tall green stems. Next time you see some on your walk, make sure to stop and smell the flowers, literally! They smell like a sweet mix of vanilla, cream, and a hint of almonds.

[Image description: Close-up of the delicate white flowers of a meadowsweet flower with with tiny buds against a blurred green background.]

10/08/2026

Tag your bestie who's the frog 🐸

[Image description: 'If your bestie loves feeling the rain on their skin, prefers mild weather, is a bit of a homebody, that's not your bestie, that's a... common frog.’ with corresponding images for each item, and a picture of a common frog.]

06/08/2026

It’s August! ☀️ And there’s so much happening on the wetlands.

Arctic-breeding waders might start to show up on wetlands across the country and the birds that have been raising their young in the UK start their migrations elsewhere.

Find out more about what’s going on in the wetlands this Autumn: https://www.wwt.org.uk/discover-wetlands/wetland-wildlife/wildlife-by-month/august

[Image description: A dunlin stands amongst wetland plants at the edge of the water.]

30/07/2026

Spotted a bird you don’t recognise? 🤔 That could be a juvenile!

During this time of the year, young birds are growing fast and going through their awkward teenager phase. Towards the end of July and beginning of August, these birds will start to fledge and become independent of their parents.

[Image description: A close-up of a juvenile mute swan with their grey teenage feathers and bill.]

24/07/2026

How good is your dragonfly ID? 🤔

They’re FAST! So spotting which of the 30 widespread species of dragonfly there are in the UK can be a little tricky.

But don’t worry, we’ve pulled together a handy guide to help you identify your flying visitors: https://www.wwt.org.uk/discover-wetlands/blog/11-easy-things-you-can-do-to-improve-your-dragonfly-id

[Image description: A close-up of a hairy dragonfly perched on some leaves seemingly staring into the camera.]

16/07/2026

How to help your garden pond visitors 👇

Right now, tiny froglets are starting to leave their watery nursery. 🐸 They’ll seek out the wettest, longest, shadiest grass to hide in.

So there’s no need to get the lawnmower out just yet! Leaving some of the wild plants and grass near your pond helps them find their way. 🌿

[Image description: A group of tadpoles in a shallow pool of water swimming together with some small leaves on the surface.]

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