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Japanese knotweed

Introduced from Japan in the 19th century, Japanese knotweed is now an invasive non-native plant of many riverbanks, waste grounds and roadside verges, where it prevents native species from…

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Donate today to to help achieve the vision of a sustainable future for people and nature across Swindon and Wiltshire.
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Invasive Non Native Species

Invasive Non-Native Species (INNS) arrived in Great Britain due to accidental human transportation, or through natural dispersal from non-native populations in Europe. More than 2000 species of plants and animals from around the globe have found their way here.
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Boardwalk Appeal

Every winter we brace ourselves for the wet and muddy paths on our nature reserves and the damage and erosion it causes. Donate today to help us build safe, accessible boardwalks so everyone can…

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Boardwalk Appeal - Thank you!

Thank you for donating to our appeal. Your donation will help build accessible boardwalks for all to experience nature.
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Common knapweed

The tightly packed, thistle-like purple flower heads of common knapweed bloom on all kinds of grasslands. Also regularly called black knapweed, this plant attracts clouds of butterflies.

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Greater knapweed

The ragged-edged, purple flower heads of Greater knapweed bloom on sunny chalk grasslands and clifftops, and along woodland rides. They attract clouds of butterflies.

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Crab apple

The Crab apple is familiar as a small tree that produces yellow-green, rounded fruit that is used for making jellies and wines. It can be found in woods and hedges, as well as in cultivated…

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Habitat for Bats - Thank you!

Thank you for donating to our appeal. Your donation will help undertake vital work to ensure a healthy habitat for bats.