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Abberton events

Explore wildlife events, seasonal activities, crafts and outdoor experiences designed for children, families and adults.
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Bat events

Bat events in Essex offer guided walks, bat watching and expert-led wildlife experiences using bat detectors at dusk.
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Family events

Make this summer one to remember with family-friendly events across Essex Wildlife Trust's nature reserves and Nature Discovery Centres.
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Forest bug

The shoulders of the forest bug are distinctive - they are square-cut, almost rounded, unlike the other 'spiked' shield bugs. This bug can be found in woodlands, feeding on the sap of…

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Cinnamon bug

This distinctive black and red bug is an increasingly common sight across much of Britain.

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Belfair events

Enjoy woodland walks, hands-on activities and more at Belfairs Nature Discovery Centre.
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Parent bug

The parent bug lives up to its name. The female lays her eggs on a silver birch leaf, watching over them until they hatch. She stays with the young until they are adults. Other shield bugs lay…