Rare Bitterns Breeds For First Time In Over 200 Years

Wetlands are an important habitat in need of our help. As well allowing species like the bittern to come back from the brink, they can also help us in the battle against climate change by storing harmful carbon and holding back flood water. Newport Wetlands is managed by NRW in partnership with RSPB Cymru and Newport City Council. RSPB Cymru's South Wales area manager Cellan Michael, said: Newport Wetlands is an important home for wildlife and a valuable source of nature to the large urban population living in nearby towns and cities. We're delighted that bitterns are nesting here, and they're joining a suite of rare wildlife that thrives on the reserve.