Mathew Frith obituary
We are deeply saddened to share that our dear colleague and friend, Mathew Frith, passed away in August 2025 at the age of 64. One of the formative figures of London Wildlife Trust in the late…
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Grey squirrel
The grey squirrel was introduced into the UK in the 1800s. It provides an easy encounter with wildlife for many people, but can be damaging to woodlands and has contributed to the decline of the…
London Wildlife Trust is sad to announce the passing of Mathew Frith
It is with the deepest sadness that we share the news that our dear friend and colleague, Mathew Frith (Director of Research), has passed away after a long illness. Mathew was, in many ways, the…
Red squirrel
Red squirrels are native to the UK but are a lot rarer than their grey cousins. They live in a few special places across the UK thanks to reintroduction projects.
What will this spring bring for London’s nature?
Our Director of Conservation Mathew Frith ponders what the lockdown means for London's wildlife.
Grey plover
The grey plover is similar to the golden plover, but as its name suggests, has a silver- and black-speckled back, rather than a gold one. It is only found at the coast and is mostly a winter…
Why London’s Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation matter, and what’s changing
London Wildlife Trust’s Nature Recovery Programmes Officer explains what Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINCs) are, why they matter for London’s wildlife, and London Wildlife Trust’s…
Grey partridge
The grey partridge is an attractive bird that prefers the ground to pear trees! Found on farmland and grassland, it is under threat from loss of habitat.
Grey wagtail
A breeding bird of fast-flowing, upland rivers, the grey wagtail can also be seen in lowland areas, farmyards and even towns in winter.
Grey willow
One of our commonest willows, the grey willow is a small tree that is found in ditches, reedbeds and wet woodland. It is well-known for its silver, fluffy catkins that give it another name, '…
Marvellous moths and why they matter?
When we think of wildlife in London, our minds often conjure images of creatures like squirrels, foxes, and pigeons. However, there is a group of insects that are often overlooked despite their…
London plane
The London plane tree is, as its name suggests, a familiar sight along the roadsides and in the parks of London. An introduced and widely planted species, it is tough enough to put up with city…