Minke whale
The UK's smallest whale, the minke whale, is notoriously inquisitive around boats and is even known to breach clear of the water. Beware though - their fragrant breath has given them the…
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Humpback whale
The humpback whale is making a comeback, with more and more individuals being seen in UK seas every year. They are well known for their acrobatic behaviour - so don't be surprised to see them…
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Latest news, blogs, podcasts and other updates from Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Stranded fin whale on Fistral beach
Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s Marine Strandings Network are currently at Fistral beach in Newquay, investigating a stranded fin whale – the second largest mammal in the world.
Sperm Whale Stranded on Cornish Beach
A rarely seen female sperm whale has stranded and sadly died on Perranporth Beach in North Cornwall on Sunday 10th July 2016. One of only six sperm whales to have stranded in the county since…
Humpback whale filmed in Falmouth Bay in rare summer sighting
Humpback whale sightings in Cornwall are few and far between, however, on the 5th of June, couple Linda and Ryan from Evocean Sailing recorded this incredibly lucky whale encounter in Falmouth Bay…
Dam good news for beavers: Wild release application process open
Cornwall Wildlife Trust welcomes the news that the UK Government is now accepting applications for licensed wild release of beavers in England.
Great news for Cornwall’s wildlife and wild places!
We did it! Thanks to an online campaign and some hard work behind the scenes, Cornwall's wildlife and wild places now have more protection.
News and Events from our Associated Groups
Read stories from local groups across Cornwall and find out how to get involved with their latest events.
Fin whale washes up on Cornish beach as Cornwall Wildlife Trust marine experts prompt search for missing animal
A fin whale was found washed up yesterday afternoon (January 12) along Cornwall's south coast.
Good news for west Cornwall's waterways - Drift, Argal, Stithians and Cober catchments
Increased biodiversity shows vastly improved water quality in west Cornwall's upstream waterways.