Bristol garden hosts foxes, hedgehogs and 50 bee species
In short
- Cameras for a David Attenborough documentary captured fox cubs and hedgehogs in the garden.
- Hedgehogs use hidden garden highways to move about the neighbourhood.
- A pond draws dragonflies in summer, and the garden supports 50 bee species.
Why the Good News Desk likes this one
The garden is an example of how a small urban plot can support a varied range of wildlife. A pond brings dragonflies in summer, and hedgehog routes help animals get around. The wildlife was recorded on camera for a documentary, not just claimed by the gardener.
From Times of India
In the heart of Bristol, Lou has transformed her backyard into a vibrant wildlife sanctuary. Here, playful foxes, gentle hedgehogs, and a variety of frogs thrive alongside an impressive collection of 50 bee species. Central to this natural oasis is a pond, bustling with dragonflies in the summer. By promoting hedgehog highways, Lou embodies the spirit of community while highlighting how even small urban gardens can enrich local ecosystems.
Ask this story
For kids
Lou has a garden in Bristol, in England. She made it a home for wild animals. Foxes, hedgehogs and frogs visit, and 50 kinds of bee live there too. Talk about it: what animals could visit a garden or window box near you?
