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Winter wildlife

As winter draws in, here are some of species that don't migrate or hibernate during the cold, wet and wind.

Fallow deer

Winter woods are home to thousands of deer in Wales.

Robin

The classic Christmas emblem is more noticeable than ever at this time of year.

Long-tailed tit

These fluffy, pink-flashed birds barrel quickly through gardens in winter.

Red squirrel

If you're very lucky you may see the small red squirrel returning to stached nuts.

Fox

In cold weather the red fox is a common presence in towns and cities.

Starling

The starling population is declining rapidly, but they're still a common UK winter sight.

See also

Blog: Winter swapping

Jody Bourton on the midwinter merry-go-round

Blog: Fieldfares

It looks as if fieldfare are finally starting to arrive in Wales

Feeding

Iolo Williams on what preparations you can make for birds in winter


1982 snow footage

Extreme weather

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Relive the big 'white out' from 1982 with our extreme weather footage.

Weird wildlife

A fin whale

Wildlife photos

A gallery featuring rare and unusual wildlife sightings in Wales.

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