As AI image-enhancement creeps into photography, new dangers arise. More...

It's an exceptional year for an impressive insect. More...

The NatureSpot Species of the Month for July is this image of a Giant Woodwasp, taken by NatureSpot contributor Bradders. More...

The distinctive Hollyhock Weevil seems to be having a good year but we have few records. More...

The NatureSpot Species of the Month for June is this image of a Small Tortoiseshell Butterfly, taken by NatureSpot contributor Andy. More...

There’s now a third species of gall to look out for on Walnut trees. More...

This lovely hoverfly is easy to recognise with a chestnut, white and black bands on its abdomen. More...

Over 40 rare hazel dormice have been reintroduced into a Leicestershire woodland this week. More...

Given a chance, the environment fights back against invasive species. More...

The NatureSpot Photo of the Month for May is this image of Common Cockchafer, taken by NatureSpot contributor Jane Hollingworth. More...

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Leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife Trust Natural History Book Club meets every month and is free to join for any member of the Trust. More...

The NatureSpot Photo of the Month for April is this image of a Green Hairstreak, taken by NatureSpot contributor E. Gaten. More...

NatureSpot is working on a new look for our website with improved functionality and we need your help. More...

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Why not become a Mammal Spotter when you are out this week? More...

A Leicester Literary and Philosophical Society Natural History Section trip to Knighton Park made an Interesting discovery. More...

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NatureSpot has now adopted the UKSI as our species inventory, replacing the custom list we had previously. More...

Spring-flowering Moschatel, an LNRS Indicator Species, is at its best right now. More...