Basking shark
This gentle giant is the largest shark in UK seas, reaching up to 12m in length. There's no need to fear them though, they only eat plankton!
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Latest news, blogs, podcasts and other updates from Cornwall Wildlife Trust
Respect our Basking sharks!
Thanks to a spell of calm weather and long days, Cornwall’s seas are teaming with plankton which in turn has brought basking sharks to our waters.
Historic Cornish estate with bluebell woodland to start Trust’s Open Garden season
Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s 2019 Open Gardens season begins on Sunday 14th April with one of Cornwall’s most historic and stunning gardens. Coldrenick House in Menheniot is splendid in the spring…
Slow worm
Despite appearances, the slow worm is actually a legless lizard, not a worm or a snake! Look out for it basking in the sun on heathlands and grasslands, or even in the garden, where it favours…
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.
Record breaking Open Gardens season
An impressive £12,950 has been raised through the Open Gardens scheme run by Cornwall Wildlife Trust, making it an amazing record breaking year. This money will go towards the Trust’s ongoing work…
Open Gardens season 2024 promises new delights
Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s Open Gardens season is back for another blooming marvellous year! The hugely popular programme, orchestrated and facilitated by a team of incredibly dedicated volunteers…
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.
Porbeagle shark
The porbeagle shark is a member of the shark family Lamnidae, making it one of the closest living relatives of the great white shark.