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Wild Diaries - The Slug Killer Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 253 seconds Known by many different names throughout the world, the Hedgehog is not just a well-loved creature, but a tenacious hunter of cold-blooded animals. Molluscs, arthropods, worms and beetles are all on the menu, but it's their anatomy that gives me the greatest pleasure. Enjoy. Ben |
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Ben Waddams - Natural History and Me, an Autobiographical Lecture - Part 4 of 4 Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 521 seconds Full marks if you manage to watch all 4 parts! Just a short lecture I gave at the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust in London, Autumn 2010. |
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Ben Waddams - Natural History and Me, an Autobiographical Lecture - Part 3 of 4 Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 801 seconds Full marks if you manage to watch all 4 parts! Just a short lecture I gave at the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust in London, Autumn 2010. |
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Ben Waddams - Natural History and Me, an Autobiographical Lecture - Part 2 of 4 Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 732 seconds Full marks if you manage to watch all 4 parts! Just a short lecture I gave at the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust in London, Autumn 2010. |
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Wild Diaries with Ben Waddams - My Favourite British Bird Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 185 seconds Many people think that, here in the UK (and indeed, Europe) our smallest bird is the Wren. In fact there are 2 birds smaller even than this tiny character. In second place, the Firecrest and 1st?... you'll have to watch and see! Enjoy, Ben |
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Ben Waddams - Natural History and Me, an Autobiographical Lecture - Part 1 of 4 Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 896 seconds Full marks if you manage to watch all 4 parts! Just a short lecture I gave at the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust in London, Autumn 2010. |
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Green TV News with Ben Waddams - Oct/Nov 2010 Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 174 seconds My appearance on Green TV, London. This is the Environmental news for October/November 2010 - hope it's of interest to you! Ben |
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Britain in Cold Blood with Ben Waddams - The Modern Day Dinosaurs (and Snakes) of Britain Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 408 seconds The Dinosaurs may have died out tens of millions of years ago, but their ancestors are still live and kicking, even in some pockets of rural Britain. A chance encounter with a snake, adds to this film on Lizards. Thank you, Ben |
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Britain in Cold Blood with Ben Waddams - The Lady of the Stream Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 188 seconds The large, cold blooded creatures of the underwater world, the fish, are well known to most, but there is a species in our rivers and streams that many have never seen. It is known affectionately as 'The Lady of the Stream', and she's a beauty! Enjoy, Ben |
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Arizona in Cold Blood - Spiders can make you jump Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 85 seconds On a deserted Route 66, we stopped to have a look at a spider crossing the road. I wanted to make sure he crossed the road properly but he wasn't too happy to have any help... I believe this is a Red Rumped Desert Tarantula. Enjoy, Ben |
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Ben and the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust on BBC Radio Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 324 seconds A brief interview I completed for BBC Radio after winning the WWT's presenter competition. It concerns the WWT, their work and campaigns. Thank you to everyone who voted/saw/otherwise helped me win the competition - you're the best! Ben |
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Steve Irwin, David Bellamy and David Attenborough help save our Wetlands - WWT Presenter Competition Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 237 seconds Ok, so it's a bit of fun, but the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust is serious about saving our wetlands and those of the rest of the world. This is a short clip, in the style of one's favourite wildlife presenter (I couldn't make up my mind...) about the wonder of water and the work the WWT do. Thank you, Ben |
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Adventures in Cold Blood - One for the Romantic Naturalist Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 181 seconds Some 'archive' footage from California, to the soundtrack of Brad Paisley's 'Ticks' - the cheesest lyrics ever, but great stuff! Enjoy, Ben |
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Snuggling up with Adders - British Snakes and Peat Bogs with Ben Waddams Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 336 seconds Another Britain in Cold Blood film and one that I am particuarly proud of. This shows the adder (european viper, vipera berus) at its best. A large male out sunning himself and a credit to the species, as well as being an ambassador for his environment. Enjoy. Ben |
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Britain in Cold Blood - Go Slow for Toads Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 212 seconds Hundreds of tonnes of Toads and Frogs are killed every year on British roads. With most casualties occuring on country roads where speed should be slower anyway, shouldn't YOU be going slow for toads? Ben Waddams |
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David and Goliath - Long Tailed Tits and Grey Herons Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 144 seconds Just a brief film from the British Nesting season. A look at one of our smallest birds and one of our largest. Enjoy, Ben |
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Britain in Cold Blood - The Giant House Spider Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 132 seconds Britain in Cold Blood - The Creepy Crawlies part 2. This is the largest common house spider I've ever seen - great looking arachnid! Enjoy, Ben |
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Britain in Cold Blood - The Creepy Crawlies : part 1 Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 237 seconds Join Ben Waddams and the Britain in Cold Blood team (err yes, ok, just me) as I go in search of some fascinating creatures and some of the easiest to find at this time of year. |
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Whitewater Rafting the Mighty Zambezi, Zimbabwe, Africa Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 273 seconds Rafting the Highest Commercially Run River in the World, The Mighty Zambezi through Zimbabwe and Zambia. I rafted it with my mates, Mike Dalglish and Amy Mcfarlane. Enjoy! Ben |
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Mount Kilimanjaro Climb with Ben Waddams - The Machame Route Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 397 seconds Mount Kilimanjaro Climb with Ben Waddams and the porters. I took the Machame route which is rated moderate-difficult and is climbed in 4 days. Enjoy! Soundtrack is by The Sheila Divine (Perfect Day) |
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Adders - Snake News Report with Ben Waddams Posted by: benwaddams
Video duration: 141 seconds Adders, also known as the European Viper, are becoming increasingly rare across the UK. I thought I'd try and raise some awareness of their plight with ITV. Thanks, Ben. |
