South West Wildcat Project
A project is underway to investigate the possibility of bringing wildcats back to the South West after an absence of more than 100 years.
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The rare wildcat is so similar to a domestic tabby that interbreeding is a serious threat to its survival. Although known as the 'tiger of the Highlands', it is shy and elusive, making…
Project to investigate return of wildcats to South West of England
Project to explore possible return of wildcats to South West of England after a 100 year absence
Devon Wildlife Trust hopes to appoint its first Wildcat Project Officer
Attempt to help…
New plans to reintroduce pine martens to South West England
• New project investigating possibility of return of the native pine marten
• Sites in Exmoor and Dartmoor could see first animals released in 2024
• Reintroduction to South West would…
Wild once more: pine martens return to the South West of England after 100-year absence
A pioneering conservation project has brought back pine martens to the South West of England for the first time in more than a century.*
South Efford Marsh
One of South Devon's premier bird watching places. A wildlife hide brings you close to the action.
Wilder Diaries: South Devon River Champions
Find out what the South Devon River Champions have been up to!
Wilder Diaries: Community Composting with Sustainable South Hams
In the spirit of embracing sustainability and community involvement, we're thrilled to shine a spotlight on Sustainable South Hams.
Charities urge stronger protection for sea around South West as landmark reports reveal amount of carbon stored in seabed habitats for the first time
New series of reports – The Blue Carbon Mapping Project – provide the first estimate of carbon stored in UK seabed habitats, including in Marine Protected Areas (MPAs).
36.4 million tonnes…
Thank you for supporting South Devon's wildlife
DWT's Steve Hussey says thank you to new members of Devon Wildlife Trust for their support.
South Devon marine centre opens doors for new season
The ever-popular Wembury Marine Centre, near Plymouth is opening its doors for the start of another busy season of fun, marine education and seashore-based activities.
Pupils to swap classroom for the beach as conference brings together ‘Marine Wildlife Champions’ from across South Devon
More than 70 children drawn from six schools across Plymouth and South Devon will gather at Wembury beach this Friday (29th April) to help celebrate the region’s wonderful marine wildlife.