Hornet robberfly
With black-and-yellow markings, the Hornet robberfly looks like its namesake, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it perches in the open, waiting for its…
With black-and-yellow markings, the Hornet robberfly looks like its namesake, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it perches in the open, waiting for its…
The fearsome-looking hornet may not be a well-loved insect, but it is actually much less aggressive than the common wasp. It is also an important pollinator and a predator of species that feed on…
Our Living landscape volunteers meet every Tuesday and on occasional additional days of the week between 10am and 3pm.
You don't need to commit to volunteering every week, we will…
Our Living landscape volunteers meet most Tuesdays and Thursdays and on occasional additional days of the week between 10am and 3pm.
You don't need to commit to volunteering every…
With black-and-yellow markings, the hornet mimic hoverfly looks like its namesake, but is harmless to us. This mimicry helps to protect it from predators while it searches for nectar.
Working on a variety of habitats including wetland, heathland, ancient woodland and meadows, you’ll assist the BBOWT reserves staff in the practical habitat and infrastructure management of the…