Tag Archives: Rewilding

Endangered Birds Return to Dorset After Rewilding Project

A rewilding initiative at Wild Woodbury in Dorset has yielded promising results with the resurgence of several bird species facing critical declines. Seven birds classified on the Conservation Concern Red List have been observed at this 170-hectare site, including the nightingale, greenfinch, grey partridge, marsh tit, skylark, nightjar, and tree… Read more »

Seeds Scattered to Create Wild Flower Meadows in Cornwall

The National Trust organized an event at Lanhydrock, a grand estate above the River Fowey, to launch a three-year project aimed at creating 250 hectares (617 acres) of wildflower meadows across Cornwall. This initiative is part of a broader effort to combat the UK-wide decline in this species-rich habitat. Participants,… Read more »

Rewilding Project Celebrates First Bison Calf Birthday

The UK celebrated the first birthday of the first bison calf born in the wild in thousands of years. This surprise birth occurred in Blean, near Canterbury, Kent, as part of a rewilding project. The calf, born to one of two young females introduced to the project, now belongs to… Read more »

Plymouth Launches the UK’s Largest Living Sea Wall to Boost Marine Biodiversity

In a groundbreaking initiative, Plymouth has unveiled the UK’s largest living sea wall near the iconic Mayflower Steps memorial. The 40ft-long section, featuring specially designed concrete panels, aims to enhance biodiversity by providing a habitat for various marine species. Scientists from the University of Plymouth, leading the project with global… Read more »

Water Voles Reintroduced Into The Lake District

Over 200 captive-bred water voles were recently released at an undisclosed location near Haweswater in Cumbria. This endeavor is part of a concerted effort to reestablish a robust population of the endangered water voles in the region. Conservationists and volunteers carefully transported these semi-aquatic creatures to their new habitat using… Read more »