@humbernature.bsky.social
Industry and nature in harmony in one of Europe's great estuaries. For more information on the work we do visit out website: https://www.humbernature.co.uk/
It is with great sadness that we report the passing of Dr Tony Edwards, Humber Nature Partnership Director and friend. Tony dedicated over forty years of his life to the environmental and water sectors in Yorkshire and the Humber.
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Tickets for the Humber conference 2025!
Get yours before they're gone!
To obtain your tickets and for more information about the conference, please visit the Eventbrite link below.
www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-humbe...
For our instalment #87 of our #YorkshireIn100Species project, Jackson Sage of @humbernature.bsky.social shines a spotlight on one of our most overlooked, but potentially most intriguing shoreline species; Bladder Wrack! www.neyedc.org.uk/100-species/... 🌊
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🎉 We have some exciting news for you!
We have teamed up with @NaturalEngland to present a free online discussion - Towards a healthy, resilient Humber environment to support our futures.
Get involved and help shape the future in our region!
www.eventbrite.com/e/towards-a-...
Come join Humber Nature Partnership and Lincolnshire Chalk Streams Project teams in tackling the spread of invasive Himalayan Balsam at our upcoming Barton RiverCare event!
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The last Wednesday of May is World Otter Day 🦦
Did you know the Humber is home to European otters? Such as this little one who wanted to give us all a little kiss.
You can find out more about World Otter Day over on our website.
humbernature.co.uk/news/2025-05...
It's International Day for Biological Diversity! 🦋🐟 🐞🦔🌳
This #BiodiversityDay, HNP are hosting a litter pick at Waters' Edge with Lincolnshire Chalk Streams Project!
Check out our blog below to find out more.
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Some of the team had an amazing time at the #EASTME conference at Lincoln University yesterday! 🌊
There was a vast array of talks about ongoing projects and research in and around the North Sea. These included talks on marine bird population numbers, oceanography, plastic pollution, and much more.
⛱️ We are back after the hot weekend with all sorts of updates for you! ☀️
In case you missed the Humber Nature Forum, you can watch the live recording on our YouTube channel, and find the slides on our website under the 'resources' tab.
It's 🌷 #NoMowMay 🦋
Make your back garden a refuge for pollinators this May! Did you know that the @jncc.bsky.social found that the distribution of indicator pollinators decreased by 24% in 2022 compared to 1980?
One easy way we can help is by joining @plantlifeuk.bsky.social No Mow May movement!
🌍✨ Happy International Newt Day! Today, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible great crested newt!
Let’s ensure that these unique amphibians thrive in our local environments! 🐾💚 #InternationalNewtDay #GreatCrestedNewt #ConservationHeroes
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Join the Humber Nature Forum online on Thursday 1st May at 1pm for an afternoon of talks around "Coordinating Resilient Communities and the Humber".
Register via this QR code or visit www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/humber-nat...
Happy International Day of Forests! Did you know forests supply freshwater to more than 85% of the world's major cities? To find out more, visit our website below🌲
humbernature.co.uk/news/2025-03...
As many of you know, we have a fantastic view from our office at Waters' Edge Visitor Centre! The team downstairs are always looking for ways to improve the park, through their Friends of Waters' Edge Committee. Please give them a helping hand by answering their short questionnaire.
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Back in the New Year, we posted about the new short video by the creators of Wallace and Gromit
Well, it's here! Follow Darcy the mole in Darcy's Tale by Aardman highlighting the threat of groundwater flooding and how devastating the impacts can be to all.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=fu2Q...
Hannah Dale who you might know from Wrendale Designs has wrote a book that comes out today! It showcases her families experience of rewilding her farm and introducing native species back to the site. The team can't wait to read it!
www.wrendaledesigns.co.uk/pre-order-a-...
Looking to get into conservation or further your career? Our friends over at Yorkshire Wildlife Trust are currently hiring to fill two amazing positions at 📍 Spurn Point!
Marine Restoration Manager: careers.ywt.org.uk/job/2266df8f...
Reserves Assistant: careers.ywt.org.uk/job/76e10a12...
Species Spotlight incoming! This time it's our own stripy-faced bandit, the one and only badger! These little guys have pretty bad eyesight, but an incredible sense of smell. 🦡
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If you didn't catch Countryfile on Sunday, don't miss out. This episode showcased some of the amazing features of the Humber.
www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/epis...
Nature-based carbon – what’s in it for me?
Free breakfast seminar | Redwood Park Estate, Stallingborough, DN41 8TH | 25th March | 8:30-10:30 am.
An opportunity to explore how your business could include nature-based carbon as part of its net zero and nature-positive pathway.
Don't you think he's otterly adorable!
#Otter #Wildlife
Hedge laying is still widely used today, but did you know the practise is over 2,000 years old, dating back to around the time of Julius Caeser.
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This Sunday 16th Feb is World Whale Day! One member of the team has a particular fondness for these gentle giants and has put together a blog post with all things whale-related. 🐳
#whales
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Oh deer! Looks like someone likes our camera traps.
#Deer #conservation #trapfootage
Today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science! It's a day to celebrate the achievements of the amazing women who have come before, in order to inspire those who will come after.
https://humbernature.co.uk/news/2025-02-11-international-women-and-girls-in-science
Have you heard of the Big Farmland Bird Count? Every February from the 7th-23rd, farmers across the UK take time out of their day to record the bird species and numbers on their land.
#Bird #Birdwatch
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Fancy getting stuck in with improving some meadows and woodlands? East Riding of Yorkshire council are hosting tree planting at the Humber Bridge Country Park. Have a look below to get involved! 🌳
www.eastridingcoastandcountryside.co.uk/whats-on/imp...
#treeplanting #Humber #volunteer
Did you know not only was the 2nd of Feb World Wetland Day, but also National Hedgehog Day! These little guys spend the majority of their life sleeping (sounds good to me!)
#hedgehogs #HedgehogDay
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This Sunday is International World Wetlands Day! Wetland habitats around the Humber help protect our shores and provide homes for really important species. Visit our website for more.
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We know that getting outside and connecting to nature is great for our health and wellbeing. But doing so in a responsible way will make it safer and more enjoyable for both people and nature! 🪿
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