Written by Ed
Wildlife Blog
Notes from the Sefton Coast — conservation, species spotlights, seasonal guides, habitat and photography.
The Natterjack Toad: Britain's Rarest Amphibian Is Doing Better Than It Was
10 February 2026
Natterjack Toads on the Sefton Coast — one of the last strongholds for Britain's rarest amphibian. How conservation management is helping the population recover.
Short-eared Owl at Marshside — A Winter Visitor Worth Waiting For
20 January 2026
Short-eared Owls at Marshside RSPB — when to look, where to look, and what to expect from one of the Sefton Coast's most sought-after winter visitors.
October at Marshside — The Month Everything Arrives
5 October 2025
October birdwatching at Marshside RSPB — Pink-footed Geese arriving, wader passage wrapping up and the first winter wildfowl. What to expect and when to go.
Understanding the Sand Dunes — Why the Sefton Dune System Matters
15 November 2025
The Sefton Coast sand dune system — how it formed, why it's changing, and what lives in the different dune zones from mobile yellow dunes to wet slacks.
Photographing Waders at Marshside — Practical Tips for Better Results
8 January 2026
How to photograph waders at Marshside RSPB — camera settings, the best hides, timing, light direction and how to avoid the most common mistakes.