Leatherback turtle
A giant of the sea turtle world, leatherback turtles are ocean wanderers searching the seas for jellyfish. Unlike other sea turtles, leatherback turtles don’t mind the cold! This means they can…
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Leatherback turtle found stranded at Porthleven
A leatherback turtle has been found stranded on Porthleven Beach. The stranding is believed to be linked to a recent report from a fisherman who saw a turtle entangled in his pot line,…
Barrel jellyfish
Giants of the jellyfish world, these incredible creatures are the UK’s largest jellyfish! They can grow to the size of dustbin lids – giving them their other common name: dustbin-lid jellyfish.…
Blue jellyfish
Often confused with the larger but similarly shaped lion’s mane jellyfish, the blue jellyfish can be colourless when young and develop a striking blue-purple bell as it matures.
Moon jellyfish
The moon jelly is the most common jellyfish in UK seas, often washing up on our beaches. No need to worry though - it doesn't sting humans.
Compass jellyfish
It's easy to see where the compass jellyfish got its name – its brown markings look just like a compass! They may look beautiful – but they give a nasty sting so keep your distance.
Lion's mane jellyfish
The long mane of tentacles that stream out from the lion's mane jellyfish is stunning… literally! Look but don't touch when it comes to these jellyfish - they give a powerful sting.
Wildlife Watch Events
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Wildlife Patrons: Events
Our Wildlife Patrons have an exciting programme of events each year.
Turtle dove
The turtle dove is the UK's fastest declining bird species and is on the brink of extinction. A small and pretty pigeon, it breeds in lowland England and winters in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Beaver Reintroduction Consultation Events in Cornwall
Cornwall Wildlife Trust are hosting four wild beaver reintroduction consultation events across the Par and Fowey catchments during winter 2024/25.
Marine turtles washing up on Cornish beaches – what you need to know
Cornwall Wildlife Trust is urging the public to be marine aware following several recent reports of marine turtles washing up along the Cornish coast.