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Volunteers create water vole habitat using coir rolls

How we help nature to thrive

Canals play a crucial role in providing much-needed habitat for threatened wildlife at a time when biodiversity in the UK is in crisis

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Top tips to spot a water vole
Our ecologists share top tips for spotting one of these rare creatures next time you're on the towpath
Top tips to spot a water vole
Our ecologists share top tips for spotting one of these rare creatures next time you're on the towpath
Where can you find badgers?
The iconic badger is found across the UK. Here are a few places to spot badgers on our canals and rivers
Where can you find badgers?
The iconic badger is found across the UK. Here are a few places to spot badgers on our canals and rivers
8 tips to spot an otter in the wild
These shy mammals are notoriously hard to spot but worth it when you do
8 tips to spot an otter in the wild
These shy mammals are notoriously hard to spot but worth it when you do

Enjoying wildlife

Who else lives on our canals?

Learn more about the animals using our network to build their homes and forage for food

Last Edited: 07 May 2025

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