Scarborough Wildlife Links

Watching wildlife with Scarborough Field Naturalists' Society

Web Pages

External Links

Links to other websites

Split into the following categories - 'Amphibians and Reptiles', 'Bats', 'Birds', 'Butterflies and Moths', 'Friends of ...', 'Fungi', 'Geology', 'Insects and Spiders', 'Mammals', 'Marine', 'Molluscs', 'Plants, Flowers and Trees' and 'General'. There is also a second page of links for websites that are suggested by our members or that have linked to this one.

Amphibians and Reptiles

Froglife	Froglife is a national wildlife charity concerned with the protection and conservation of amphibians and reptiles in the UK.
Amphibians found in British gardens	Information about (with photos) of frogs, toads and newts.
The British Herpetological Society	A learned society which undertakes conservation activities to benefit amphibians and reptiles, particularly British indigenous species.
Add an Adder	A National Adder survey with lots of info about the snakes.
British Reptiles	An online field guide to native reptiles.
Newts in your pond and garden	Features adult newt photographs (from the book) of all the UK native species in both their aquatic and terrestrial phases.

Bats

The Bat Conservation Trust	The Bat Conservation Trust is working towards a world where bats and people live in harmony. We aim to secure and enhance bat populations for future generations to enjoy.
North Yorkshire Bat Group	North Yorkshire Bat Group is a group of enthusiasts interested in conserving bats in the county and in teaching others about these interesting and intelligent mammals.

Birds

Scarborough Birders	Formerly The Scalby Nabs Ornithological Group, formed in 1993 by a group of birders to record the species occurring in the area surrounding Scarborough and District.
Filey Brigg Ornithological Group	Sightings and info from the Filey area.
East Ayton Birding	Dave Mansell's website is full of fantastic photos, mostly of birds which he has seen in the Scarborough area.
Race Birding	Steve Race's website is full of fantastic photos, mostly of birds which he has seen in the Scarborough area.
mainprize.net	The wildlife and scenery photographs of Muston based Karl S. Mainprize. He is best known for his bird photos, but also has sections on insects, mammals, amphibians and reptiles.
Mike Randall Bird Photography	Mike Randall, a regular contributor to our 'Recent Sightings' page, now has his own website where you can see more of his excellent wildlife photos.
Whitby Birding	Alastair Forsyth's website features photos of birds and other wildlife from the Whitby area. The photos are good, but some of the writing is even better - including a bit of humour from time to time.
Flamborough Ornithological Group	Sightings and info from the Observatory as well as the Group.
Cayton & Flixton Carrs Wetland Project	This partnership project in the Vale of Pickering aims to rehabilitate a nationally-important wetland landscape through sensitive farm management.
RSPB East Yorkshire Local Group	We raise thousands of pounds for the RSPB, run Seabird Cruises every summer from Bridlington, help out at RSPB and other conservation events and hold Field Trips every month (except August) and Indoor Meetings throughout the winter.
Spurn Bird Observatory	Sightings and info from the Spurn area.
Yorkshire Birding	A birding journal for the Yorkshire area.
R.S.P.B.	The RSPB is the UK charity working to secure a healthy environment for birds and wildlife, helping to create a better world for us all.
The British Trust for Ornithology (B.T.O.)	The British Trust for Ornithology promotes bird conservation through volunteer-based surveys.
British Ornithologists' Union	The BOU’s aim is to promote ornithology within the scientific and birdwatching communities by encouraging the study of birds in Britain, Europe and throughout the world in order to understand their biology and to aid their conservation.
Birds of Britain	The Monthly Web Magazine for Birdwatchers.
Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (W.W.T.)	The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust is the UK’s only specialist wetland conservation charity with a national network of wetland visitor centres. WWT is a world leader in the protection of ducks, geese, swans and flamingos and the wetlands they inhabit.
British Birds	British Birds is a monthly journal for all keen birdwatchers. We publish articles on a wide variety of topics, including behaviour, conservation, distribution, identification, status and taxonomy. BB is regarded as THE journal of record in Britain, and we publish the annual reports of the Rarities Committee and the Rare Breeding Birds Panel.
BirdGuides Online	BirdGuides Limited is a British company that produces videos, book and multimedia computer software for birdwatchers. Over the years we have built up what is most probably the world's most comprehensive library of quality footage of European and American birds. This is currently available via our videos, CD-ROMs, DVD-ROMs and our online video library.
British Garden Birds	An online guide to the birds that you might see in your garden.
The Hawk and Owl Trust	The Hawk and Owl Trust works to protect and conserve all wild birds of prey and their habitats.
Betton Bird of Prey & Conservation Centre	The Centre offers a range and variety of methods of Interaction with raptors and birds of prey. The facility offers educational and awareness on the Eagle, owls, hawks and falcons kept at the Centre for both public and all levels of educational faculties. School groups are encouraged to visit the centre and see the birds at first hand and be given enjoyable and informative talks about the birds, their habits and habitats as well as their environmental significance. Note: we have a page of our own about the Centre - click here.
Fat Birder (Yorkshire Page)	Ideas for places to go bird watching in Yorkshire.

Butterflies and Moths

Yorkshire Branch of Butterfly Conservation	Details of recent sightings, galleries of photos, news and details of events. Everything you need to know about both Butterflies and Moths in Yorkshire.
Yorkshire Moths	Daily updates of the moths which are being seen in Yorkshire.
Butterfly Conservation	A national charity dedicated to saving butterflies, moths and their habitats. Very good information about the butterflies found in the UK, and an increasing amount of information about moths.
UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme (UKBMS)	A merger of the long-running Butterfly Monitoring Scheme (BMS) with Butterfly Conservation's co-ordination of 'independent' transects. The resulting UKBMS dataset is one of the most important resources for understanding changes in insect populations.
NBN Gateway (Butterfly Conservation database)	Data gathered by Butterfly Conservation about the distribution of butterfly species in the UK.
UK Butterflies	This website provides information on all of the butterfly species in the UK, including those that are extinct or migrants.
British Butterflies	A photographic guide to the butterflies of the UK.
The Cockayne Collection	Photos of butterflies in their standard forms along with pictures showing the many variations that occur.
UK Moths	The aim of this site is to illustrate as many species of British moths as possible and to provide this information in an accessible format.
Moths Count	Moths Count aims to encourage interest in moths throughout the UK and to establish an ongoing National Moth Recording Scheme to improve knowledge and conservation of the 900+ species of larger moths.
Garden Moth Scheme	This is for anyone interested in recording moths regularly in their garden, anywhere in the UK.
Butterfly Conservation's Moth Section	Factsheets, Frequently Asked Questions, 'Moth of the Month' and an introduction to 'Discovering Moths'.
Back Garden Moths	Designed to encourage awareness of UK moths.
Jeff Higgott's UK Lepidoptera	A personal collection of photos of moths trapped in his garden.
Butterflies & Moths of Northern Ireland	Features some excellent photos of 'pinned out' butterflies and moths.
Mothshots.com	A personal collection of moth photos.
What's this Caterpillar?	This site features over 800 caterpillars of Britain & Europe. If you have found a caterpillar but can't identify it, this is your first port of call!
British Leafminers	This site is the result of an on-going project, set up to photograph and record all the leaf mining fauna which occur in Britain.
Atropos	A journal for butterfly, moth and dragonfly enthusiasts. Also sells books on those subjects.
Anglian Lepidopterist Supplies	Specialize in moth traps, generators, and microscopes, but also carry the full range of products required by the amateur naturalist.
Bioquip	Supply a range of the equipment for amateur and professional ecologist and naturalist. Products include moth traps, nets, pond-dipping equipment, bat detectors, lamps and generators.

Friends of...

Friends of Dalby Forest	Our aims are to increase knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of Dalby and the surrounding forests, as well as to encourage the involvement of the local community.
Friends of Raincliffe Woods	Through this website they will try and explain what the group is about, what they are striving to achieve and to give an overview of the environment and history of Raincliffe Woods.
Friends of Peasholm Park	Peasholm Park Friends is a volunteer group supported by Scarborough Borough Council Parks and Countryside Services staff. The park represents an important part of Scarborough’s history as a seaside resort and Peasholm Park Friends are currently involved in several projects within the park.
Friends of the Old Railway Track	The Old Railway line runs for 20 miles between Scarborough and Whitby. Apart from the section through Robin Hood's Bay, and a short stretch on the outskirts of Scarborough, the route is completely off road and suitable for walkers, horses and sturdy bicycles along its entire length.

Fungi

British Mycological Society	The Society's sole objective is to promote mycology in all its aspects.
Fungus.org.uk	A collection of articles and links relating to fungi.
The Association of British Fungus Groups	The website of the U.K.s leading voluntary fungus conservation body. Members are all amateur enthusiasts who want to broaden their interest in fungi and to help with the conservation of mushrooms and toadstools.
East Yorkshire Fungus Group	The aim of the group is to record fungi growing in the East Yorkshire region and promote interest in fungi in general.
Mid-Yorkshire Fungus Group	Exploring the fungi of Yorkshire.
Roger's Mushrooms	The site is based on Roger Phillips book 'Mushrooms and other fungi of Great Britain and Europe'.
Fungus Images	Photos of fungi.
British Lichen Society	Aims to stimulate and advance interest in all branches of lichenology. The first society in the world entirely devoted to the study of lichens, it has many overseas as well as British members.

Geology

Dinosaur Coast	Aims to increase awareness of, and access to the geological heritage of North East Yorkshire.
Yorkshire Geological Society	Geology across the whole of Yorkshire.
Rotunda Museum	Scarborough's museum of geology.
North East Yorkshire Geology Trust	Local people with a genuine interest in local geology and landscape.
British Geological Survey	The world's longest established national geological survey and the United Kingdom's premier centre for earth science information and expertise.
OneGeology	The project's aim is to create dynamic digital geological map data for the world! The target scale is 1:1 million. The geological map data will be made available as a distributed web service.
Rockwatch	The nationwide club for young geologists.

Insects and Spiders

Insects on the Web	Insects are the most diverse group of animals known and this site aims to show just some of their amazing biology and ecology.
Amateur Entomologists' Society (AES)	The UK's leading organisation for people interested in insects. Includes 'The Bug Club' for younger members.
Buglife	Buglife - The Invertebrate Conservation Trust is the first organisation in Europe devoted to the conservation of all invertebrates, and we are actively engaged in saving Britain's rarest bugs, slugs, snails, bees, wasps, ants, spiders, beetles and many more fascinating invertebrates.
The Coleopterist	The Coleopterist is the leading journal for students of the beetle fauna of the British Isles.
Royal Entomological Society	The Society plays a major national and international role in disseminating information about insects and improving communication between entomologists.
The British Dragonfly Society	The aim of the British Dragonfly Society is to promote and encourage the study and conservation of dragonflies and their natural habitats, especially in the United Kingdom.
Yorkshire Branch of The British Dragonfly Society	Promotes the study and conservation of dragonflies (or Odonata to enthusiasts) by encouraging people of all ages and backgrounds to take part in the various activities which are organised, including pond dipping and surveys of land and water.
East Riding Dragonflies	To record and map the distribution of Dragonflies and Damselflies within the East Riding of Yorkshire. The exact recording area is based upon the Vice-county boundary 61.
Dragonflies and Damselflies	Pages are about Dragonflies and Damselflies in the UK.
Hoverfly Recording Scheme	The hoverflies (Diptera, Syrphidae) are a family of attractive and familiar flies that we all see visiting flowers. The National Recording Scheme, launched in 1976, aims to collate information about their ecology and distribution.
Het News	Our web site is for anyone interested in the True Bugs of the British Isles - scientifically speaking, the Heteroptera. This is a free service provided by the Land Bug Recording Scheme and the Water Bug Recording Scheme.
UK Ladybird Survey	On this website, you will find lots of information to help you find and identify species, and online forms so that you can record your observations.
British Arachnological Society	The Society studies spiders, pseudoscorpions and harvestmen.
Nick's Spiders of Britain and Europe	Nick Loven's web site dedicated to pictures and photographs of British and European spiders. A website to help people who wish to learn more about spiders or are trying to identify a spider that they have seen.
UK Glow Worm Survey	Exists solely to gather information about a fascinating insect that most people don’t even realise exists in Britain.
The Bumblebee Conservation Trust	The Trust was founded in response to growing concerns about the 'plight of the bumblebee'. We were very concerned by the dramatic declines experienced by some species. We aim to prevent further declines, and to raise awareness of the problems bumblebees face.
Solitary Bees	All about solitary bees in your garden - miners, masons, white-faced, wool carders and more.
Tachinid Recording Scheme	This site is a resource for people who are interested in studying tachinid flies. The scheme was set up primarily to collate records and to act as a place where people interested in studying tachinids can exchange information.
Bees, Wasps & Ants Recording Scheme	Information on the distributions of bees, wasps and ants.

Mammals

The Mammal Society	Dedicated to the study and conservation of all British mammals.
Mammals Trust UK	Discover the wonderful world of British mammals.
Yorkshire Mammal Group	Aims to promote the scientific study of mammals and to encourage a wider public interest in them, particularly in Yorkshire.
Scarborough Otter Conservation Group	Aims to protect local otters and to aid the re-colonisation of areas currently devoid of these beautiful creatures.
Deer-UK	The foremost deer site on the internet for all matters relating to the six species that are commonly found in the United Kingdom.
Badger Trust	A registered charity which promotes the conservation and welfare of badgers and the protection of their setts and habitats.
North Riding Badger Group	Our own web page about this Group.
British Hedgehog Preservation Society	The British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS) is a registered charity dedicated to helping and protecting hedgehogs native to the UK.
The Fox Website	Here you will find information on all aspects of red fox ecology, management and human conflict.
National Fox Welfare Society	By supporting the Society, you will help us to ensure a sick fox is treated, an injured fox rescued, an orphan fox cub successfully rehabilitated back into the wild, Also, that our reputation as ‘The Fox’s First Emergency Service' is maintained.
Big Cats in Britain	An investigative group made up of a network of researchers across the country who gather evidence and information with the aim of discovering exactly what species of big cats are roaming the British countryside and how they came to be here.
Wolf Trust	The Wolf Trust is a charity for the understanding of wolves. We advocate a revival of the natural heritage of the Highlands of Scotland through a reintroduction and recovery of wolves.

Marine

Filey Bay	Home of the Filey Underwater Research Unit and the Filey Bay Initiative.
Filey Bay Initiative	Investigating, promoting, educating and advertising the assets of this exclusive and beautiful area that is integrated into our community, including the Filey John Paul Jones Heritage Coast.
Filey Brigg	Home of the Filey Brigg Research Group which was set up in 1995 by a small group of divers with a shared interest in the Archaeology, History and Biology of Filey Brigg.
The Marine Biological Association	Aims to promote scientific research into all aspects of life in the sea, including the environment on which it depends, and to disseminate to the public the knowledge gained.
The Marine Conservation Society	The Marine Conservation Society (MCS) is the UK charity dedicated to caring for our seas, shores and wildlife.
The Marine Life Information Network	The Marine Life Information Network for Britain and Ireland ( MarLIN ) provides information for marine environmental management, protection and education.
North Yorkshire and Cleveland Coastal Forum	The Coastal Forum was formed in July 2002 to give everyone with an interest in the management of the coast the opportunity to discuss key issues, and to guide and shape future policies and actions.
Scarborough Sea Life and Marine Sanctuary	A trip to Sea Life offers a fun, educational guide to life beneath the waves. Come face to face with all kinds of sea creatures; from sharks to stingrays, otters to octopus and tropical fish to turtles.
Scarborough Sub Aqua Club	Scarborough Sub Aqua Club is one of the longest established scuba diving clubs in England, and has been providing BSAC training for divers and offering members a wide variety of diving for over 40 years.
UKSeaMap	The mapping of marine seabed landscapes and water column features of UK seas.

Molluscs

Conchological Society of Great Britain and Ireland	The Society is a Registered Charity which anyone, anywhere may join and which promotes the study of molluscs and their conservation, through meetings, publications and distribution recording schemes.
The Malacological Society of London	Dedicated to the advancement of education and research on molluscs.

Plants, Flowers and Trees

The Botanical Society of the British Isles (BSBI)	The Society is for everyone who is interested in the flora of Britain and Ireland. From its earliest days it has welcomed both professional and amateur members, and it remains the biggest and most active organisation devoted to the study of botany in the British Isles.
Plantlife	The wild plant conservation charity.
The Wild Flower Society	Aims to promote a greater knowledge of field botany among the general public and in particular among young people; to advance education in matters relating to the conservation of wild flowers and of the countryside; and to promote the conservation of the British flora.
Identify Wildflowers Online	You can find interesting plants everywhere in Britain and Ireland. This site is intended to help you identify them.
Arable Plants - a field guide	This website is a fully interactive, searchable version of the book; 'ARABLE PLANTS - a field guide'.
Forestry Commission	Our mission is to protect and expand Britain's forests and woodlands and increase their value to society and the environment.
Flora Locale	A registered charity that encourages, across Britain and Ireland, the wise use of wild plants for planting schemes that have wildlife in mind.
British Trees	The British Trees website aims to be the definitive guide to British tree species on the Internet.
The Tree Council	The Tree Council promotes the planting and conservation of trees in town and countryside.
The Woodland Trust	The Woodland Trust is the UK's leading conservation charity dedicated to the protection of our native woodland heritage.
British Briological Society	Exists to promote a wider interest in all aspects of bryology (covering Bryophytes - a group of plants that include mosses, liverworts and hornworts).

General

British Wildlife Magazine	From identifying dragonflies to conserving flower-rich meadows, British Wildlife provides the answer for the naturalist and conservationist who wants to be better informed.
BBC Wildlife Magazine	BBC Wildlife Magazine has the best and most informative writing of any consumer magazine in its field, all illustrated with world-class wildlife photography. With the latest discoveries, views and news on wildlife, conservation and environmental issues, and trusted further-information sources.
Biological Records Centre	The national focus in the UK for terrestrial and freshwater species recording (other than birds). It works with the voluntary recording community throughout Britain and Ireland. The BRC database contains nearly 13 million records of more than 12000 species.
Natural England	Natural England is here to conserve and enhance the natural environment, for its intrinsic value, the well-being and enjoyment of people and the economic prosperity that it brings.
Defra	Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Defra works for the essentials of life: water, food, air, land, people, animals and plants.
Countryside Access	The site contains ideas for what you can do in the countryside, educational resources for teachers and group leaders, maps, local walks in your area, a Countryside Directory, details of the new right of access to Access Land, commonly known as the 'right to roam', and lots more.
Nature on the Map	This is one of Natural England's interactive map sites. In the MAPS tab you will discover a choice of maps about nature, including - National Nature Reserves, Other kinds of protected sites and Areas of semi-natural habitat.
National Biodiversity Network	The National Biodiversity Network is the UK's first web based route to wildlife information.
MapMate	MapMate is a software package designed to record, map, analyse and share your natural history sightings. Favourite choice for 1000's of enthusiasts across the UK - it is setting new standards for those interested in recording Birds, Butterflies, Moths, Mammals, Plants and Insects of all orders.
North & East Yorkshire Ecological Data Centre (NEYEDC)	The aim of NEYEDC is to improve and inform environmental planning and stewardship in north and East Yorkshire through the collation, management and dissemination of biodiversity information. Includes a page on the Scarborough BAP.
UK Biodiversity Action Plan	Supporting the implementation of the UK Biodiversity Action Plan (UK BAP) on behalf of the UK Biodiversity Partnership and the UK Government. Includes a page on the Scarborough BAP.
Field Studies Council	The Field Studies Council (FSC) is a pioneering educational charity committed to bringing environmental understanding to all.
North York Moors National Park	The North York Moors National Park is one of the finest landscapes in Britain. Miles of stunning heather, towering sea cliffs, secluded beaches and grassy dales give it a character all of its own. Discover wildlife, historic buildings, archaeology, ancient woodlands and picturesque villages.
Scarborough Centre for Coastal Studies	University of Hull - Scarborough Campus. Be part of a small but vibrant centre where teaching is built on mutual respect and an enthusiasm for the natural world.
Alana Ecology	Already one of the leading suppliers of environmental research and monitoring equipment, and we are actively expanding our range to cover a broader range of outdoor, forestry and surveying equipment. The existing range of over 2200 products appeals to naturalists, scientists, country parks, schools and universities but many products have a wider appeal so we also have many home-based customers.
Ryedale Wildlife Rehabilitation	Ryedale Wildlife Rehabilitation is run by volunteers for the benefit of all types of sick or injured wild animals.
Radio Ryedale	A non-profit, voluntary Free Radio Service for North Yorkshire. Has many natural history based stories in the 'Environment' section.
The Vincent Wildlife Trust	The Vincent Wildlife Trust (VWT) is an independent charitable body engaged in wildlife research and conservation. Since its inception, the VWT has focused on the needs of British mammals. Current work is centred on the bats, polecat, pine marten and dormouse.
Habitat	Daily wildlife and environment news from the British Isles.
Scarborough Borough Council	The website of our local council - includes Tide Times.
Scarborough Today	The website of the Scarborough Evening News - with local news and information.
UK Wildlife Links	An independent website that aims to help internet users to reach information on UK wildlife and other environmental themes.
The Company of Biologists	Produce the excellent 'Naturalists Handbook' series of books (published by Richmond Press).
Fairchild's green shop	An independently run organic store in Scarborough's Victoria Road. The shop sells a range of organic produce including vegetables, fruit, cereals, cooking oil, pasta, rice, chocolate and clothing. (Note that this shop is owned by Chris and Ruth Fairchild, members of Scarborough Field Naturalists' Society).
fotomagic photography and video	As well as creating stunning portraits we also specialise in photographing and filming theatre and dance shows, weddings, events and local wildlife. (Note that this website is run by John Hume, a member of Scarborough Field Naturalists' Society).
Newby Books	A local book publisher which sells 'The Fishing Robsons' - a book which will be worth a look for anyone with an interest in local history (particularly Flamborough, Scarborough and Hull).
Robert E. Fuller	A local wildlife artist with his own website.
ARKive	Creating a lasting audio-visual record of life on Earth.
Encyclopedia of Life	The Encyclopedia of Life is an ecosystem of websites that makes all key information about life on Earth accessible to anyone, anywhere in the world.
Tees Valley Wildlife	The Tees Valley Wildlife Trust is part of a nationwide network of Wildlife Trusts.
UK Phenology Network	Nature's calendar. Our seasons are changing, help spot changes to naure's calendar.
Yorkshire Naturalists' Union	The YNU has four basic aims: - To study the wildlife of Yorkshire, To record the results of these studies, To present these studies, To use the information for wildlife conservation.
Yorkshire Wildlife Trust	Working for a Yorkshire rich in wildlife, valued and enjoyed by people. Yorkshire Wildlife Trust has worked for more than 50 years to protect vulnerable wildlife of all types - animals, birds, plants - and the places where they live.