Our local Heron grabs a chance to feed as the icy waters of the Eden start to flow again. Over four weeks of below freezing temperatures resulted in our rivers freezing over for the first time in many years. Waterside wildlife such as this heron will have struggled to feed during this time, so the the last 24 hours of thaw have been a welcome break for birds and … [Read more...] about Heron fishing as river thaws
Otter
Otters on the River Eden
A boxing day walk along the river Eden in Carlisle and a unique chance to see one of our elusive riverside otters. There had been many reports throughout the year of otters living along the banks of the river Eden, as it runs through Carlisle. The River Eden and its tributaries are located in the Eden Valley, Cumbria and flow through some of the most beautiful … [Read more...] about Otters on the River Eden
Cash boost for Otter project
Durham Biodiversity Partnership has received a £141.323 funding boost from SITA Trust to carry out a three year project to consolidate the existing populations of Otter by improving habitat along watercourses in Gateshead, Darlington, South Tyneside and Sunderland. SITA Trust provides funding through the Landfill Communities Fund. Funding is available for community and … [Read more...] about Cash boost for Otter project