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Maerl beds
Maerl beds are special underwater habitats found in shallow seas. They’re made by rare types of red seaweeds that grow into hard, twig-like lumps.
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Maerl: a hidden and precious habitat
Diving over a maerl bed is best described as like flying over a shagpile carpet made up of purple twiglets! It is an incredible sight. A huge diversity of fascinating marine creatures live in and…
Wild Ponies and Conservation Grazing
We speak with Penhale Dunes Ranger, Jon Cripps, about the wildlife on the dunes and the value of pony grazing for conservation.
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Join the Trust for a conservation taster day
Join leading local wildlife charity Cornwall Wildlife Trust for a morning’s practical conservation work on the banks of College Reservoir, near Mabe, Penryn, on Thursday 12th January, and become a…
Bigger Oysters, Stronger Future for the Fal
The Fal’s historic oyster fishery has increased its minimum landing size to boost sustainability and protect the UK’s last viable native oyster grounds.
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Wildlife Groundswell: Community-Led Conservation on the Lizard Peninsula
Wildlife Groundswell, one of Cornwall Wildlife Trust's Associated Groups, is a community-driven conservation organisation based on the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall, empowering local people to…