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Common crane
As the UK’s tallest bird the common crane is instantly recognisable with the ruffle of tail feathers and very long legs. Their bugling call is also very distinctive.
Spoonbill
European spoonbill
The distinctive sight of a spoonbill is becoming increasingly common in the east and southwest of England, with colonies of breeding birds now established.
Where to see common cranes
My adventure
Kayak adventurer Erin Bastian has been all over the world but sees Cornwall as the holy grail of coastal adventure. From the sea she enjoys a unique perspective of our precious wildlife and knows…
Meadow crane's-bill
Meadow crane's-bill has striking violet flowers that pepper hay meadows, verges and grasslands with colour in summer. It is also a popular choice for gardeners and attracts a wide variety of…
Greenham Common Guided Wildlife Walk - Greenham Common, Wednesday 17 July
Join us for a ramble through Greenham Common to spot and learn about the local wildlife!
Greenham Common Guided Wildlife Walk - Greenham Common, Wednesday 19 June
Join us for a ramble through Greenham Common to spot and learn about the local wildlife!
Greenham Common Guided Wildlife Walk - Greenham Common, Wednesday 22 May
Join us for a ramble through Greenham Common to spot and learn about the local wildlife!
Bloody crane's-bill
Bloody crane's-bill has striking magenta flowers that pepper our rare limestone pavements, grasslands and sand dunes with summer colour. It is a favourite of all kinds of insects, including…
Night Time Wildlife Adventure
Come down to the woods with us...after dark! We'll spot nocturnal wildlife and enjoy supper around an open fire.