The results of the recent bird survey are in. The Grounds Department commission two surveys a year which are undertaken by an independent twice a […]
Tag: wildlife
Heron at Reed
A heron has taken up residence at Reed.
Mary Harris Chapel
Our Assistant Grounds Manager from the Central Estate Team, Peter, has sent us these wonderful pictures from the Mary Harris Chapel – bumblebees, tortoiseshell butterflies […]
Bug hotel at St. Luke’s
One of James’ super bug hotels, in a sunny spot at St. Luke’s.
Grass snake spotted on Streatham Campus
Look what we found at the Estate Services Centre! The grass snake is Britain’s largest reptile and it is not venomous – more information available […]
Wildflower meadow – Duryard
This wildflower meadow, planted by local school children in partnership with University of Exeter Grounds Department and Devon Wildlife Trust in Autumn last year is […]
Bird nesting season
We are well into bird nesting season, which runs between the months of March and September inclusive. During this time, hedge-cutting and tree works are […]
Duckings in the Taddiforde Valley
Spotted this morning by Terry from our Spreytonway Team, ducklings on the ponds in the Taddiforde Valley.