Lapwing
The distinctive rounded wings of the lapwing are displayed beautifully when it wheels around a winter sky in a massive flock. In spring, these flocks disperse and some birds breed in the UK.…
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Befuddling brown birds
Our guide to identifying the small brown birds in your garden.
Lapwings, terns and tides: A day on the marsh
Wilder Community Ranger John Attiwell shares a day at Tollesbury Wick, exploring its rich wildlife and the people who value it.
Public crowns macro image photography winner
Public vote stunning macro shot as the overall winner of the Essex Wildlife Trust photography competition
Waxwing
The waxwing is a colourful winter visitor. It can often be spotted in large flocks in berry-laden bushes in towns, car parks and gardens.
Protecting beach-nesting birds
We are raising awareness and protecting birds that nest on Essex beaches.
Abberton brilliant birds
This summer holiday, explore the wonderful world of birds at Abberton and see what it takes to become one!
Naze Birds of Prey Evening
Join Faith and her team from Imperial Bird of Prey Academy and find out about their fascinating collection of birds.
Naze Birds of Prey Evening
Join Faith and her team from Imperial Bird of Prey Academy and find out about their fascinating collection of birds.
Naze Birds of Prey Evening
Join Faith and her team from Imperial Bird of Prey Academy and find out about their fascinating collection of birds.
Abberton Birds of Prey Evening
Join Essex Wildlife Trust & Barleylands Birds of Prey for a talk at Abberton Discovery Centre.
Birds on the beach, a lesson to teach
Essex Wildlife Trust, the RSPB, Bird Aware Essex and Essex Marine Police advise the public to ‘Share our Shores’ with beach-nesting birds this summer.