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Sanding up for Essex’s insects
Essex Wildlife Trust takes action for insects in Essex by creating new vital sand bank habitat at their Two Tree Island nature reserve
Urgent action for insects needed - New report reveals true impacts of invertebrate apocalypse
Drastic declines in insect numbers look set to have far-reaching consequences for both wildlife and people.
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Urban Wildlife Champions in action
Read how Donna, an Urban Wildlife Champion from Hatfield Peverel, has made real changes in the local community.
Abberton Home Education Insects & Invertebrates
This is a themed drop-off home education session for age 8+
Belfairs Woodland Centre wins Dementia Action Alliance award
Essex Wildlife Trust’s Belfairs Woodland Centre has taken home the award for Dementia Friendly Leisure Service of the Year as voted by the Southend, Castle Point and Rochford Dementia Action…
Water stick insect
The water stick insect looks just like a mantis. An underwater predator, it uses its front legs to catch its prey. Its tail acts as a kind of 'snorkel', so it can breathe in the water.…
Bugs Matter survey finds 70% decrease insects in less than 20 years
A citizen-science survey has found that the abundance of flying insects in Essex has plummeted by over 70% over the last 17 years.
Protecting insect species in Essex
It was worrying to hear further news of insect decline earlier this year; it is reported that more than 40% of insect species are declining and a third are endangered.
Take a walk in the woods
Get out and enjoy the Autumn colours on one of our nature reserves
Let’s Take a Walk on The Wild Side
A Wildly Fun Networking Adventure.