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Bittles Brook Farm

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By the Brook, Episode 13: Dynamic Dispersal

Autumn is here and we're taking a look at one of the most important processes in the plant world; seed and spore dispersal. Remember that you can send in your Wild Encounters via out Facebook page or by email.

13:06

By the Brook, Episode 12: Powerful Predators

Where have all the wolves gone? In this episode we take a look at food webs, the balance of wildlife within an ecosystem and the potential for reintroducing apex predators to the British Isles. How Wolves Change Rivers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ysa5OBhXz-Q&t=5s

11:54

By the Brook, Episode 11: Tremendous Trees

After the excitement of our 24 hour filming expedition for Episode 10 we take a step back to basics and have a look at the incredible trees that make up the landscape on the farm.

20:07

By the Brook, Episode 10, Part 2: Wonderfully Wild

The second part of our 24hour filming expedition shows the results of the moth capture and examines both the common and uncommon creatures that reside on the farm.

09:49

By the Brook, Episode 10; Wonderfully Wild

We're celebrating over 20 weeks of filming with a special episode, filmed in 24 hours on the farm!

13:56

By the Brook, Episode 9: Invasions & Introductions

Introduced species are now a common sight across the British Isles, so we're taking a look at the potential problems these animals and plants can cause, along with their benefits.

03:33

Top Ten with Ben: Moths & Butterflies

Butterflies have been emerging in clouds and add stunning pops of colour amongst the tall grasses on the farm. Here are our top ten that you can spot on your daily walks.

11:58

By the Brook, Episode 8: Shifting Seasons

This week, Ben is back and we take a look at the changes that the farm has gone through over the last 10 weeks since lockdown began.

10:18

By the Brook, Episode 7: Magnificent Metamorphosis

With the arrival of Summer comes an extraordinary emergence of insects, birds and amphibians. We take a look at these amazing transformations in detail and explain the fascinating processes involved.

By the Brook

Follow our video diary which focuses on the wildlife and geology of the brook on the farm. We also take a look at day-to-day life here at Bittles Brook Farm, from lambing to bee keeping! Subscribe to our YouTube channel for new episodes.

Presented by: Ben Hussey

Created by: Natalie Bourchier