Invertebrates
Fen habitats can support thousands of invertebrate species, particularly those associated with standing water.
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Small white
The small white is a common garden visitor. It is smaller than the similar large white, and has less black on its wingtips.
Wildlife
The Great Fen is a fantastic place to see all kind of wildlife, plants and stunning scenery.
Large white
The large white is a common garden visitor - look out for its brilliant white wings, tipped with black.
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In all weathers and seasons, the Great Fen is a place to enjoy stunning wildlife, beautiful landscapes and a wide range of events and activities.
How to attract butterflies to your garden
Provide food for caterpillars and choose nectar-rich plants for butterflies and you’ll have a colourful, fluttering display in your garden for many months.
Wildlife highlights this summer
Merging natural history, ecological monitoring and wildlife conservation has provided some new 'shared' highlights at the Great Fen this summer.
Help wildlife in the cold
The colder months can be a tough time for wildlife, food is scarce and hibernators are looking for shelter. That's why we’ve put together our top tips for maintaining your garden for wildlife…
Our Favourite Fen Wildlife
Staff and volunteers in the Great Fen are fortunate to spend their days enjoying the best of the Fen's wildlife. What were their top spots in 2022?
Large emerald
This large green moth rests with its wings spread, so is sometimes mistaken for a butterfly.
How to help wildlife at work
Attracting wildlife to your work will help improve their environment – and yours!
How to make a hedge for wildlife
Hedges provide important shelter and protection for wildlife, particularly nesting birds and hibernating insects.