Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for the UK’s reptiles and amphibians?
We want to celebrate the incredible individuals who give their time, passion, and energy to protect our species. Our ‘Newt Year Honours‘ is your opportunity to shine a light on someone truly extraordinary, those everyday heroes who make a real difference for nature.
If someone comes to mind, we’d love to hear about them!
Please email their name and the reason for your nomination to ashlea.mawby@froglife.org by 23rd December 2025.
Terms and Conditions
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Please include the full name and contact details of your nominee so we can email their certificate.
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Winners will be contacted in January 2026.
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Kindly do not re-nominate last year’s winners, as we want to give everyone a fair chance.
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You may re-nominate a previous winner after three years have passed since their certificate was issued
Meadows form an important component of our cultural heritage and history, their idyllic and peaceful landscapes inspiring literature, art, and folklore throughout the centuries, including works by Shakespeare and Constable. Likewise, these habitats present environmental benefits, such as carbon sequestration and water retention, which can reduce the impact of flooding, As with their cultural and environmental relevance, their ecological significance cannot be understated. Meadow grasses and flowers provide crucial food and shelter for many invertebrates. Pollinators, such as bees, derive nectar and pollen from wildflower meadows. Many caterpillars rely heavily on meadow grasses as a food source, like those of the Marbled White and Speckled Wood. These habitats also attract many species of mammals – from the tiny shrew to the grazing deer – who can utilise this environment to forage, shelter, breed, and nest. The presence of these mammals in turn entices birds of prey to meadows, such as majestic owls and hovering kestrels.
Other birds flock to this habitat, such as the goldfinch, attracted by the abundant seed heads, and the swallow, enticed by numerous invertebrates. And, of course, reptiles and amphibians can benefit greatly from meadows. Tall vegetation can act as excellent cover, and the presence of small mammals and invertebrates provides a food source for our native reptile and amphibian species.