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Nursery web spider
A common spider of heathland and grassland, the Nursery web spider has brown and black stripes running the length of its body. It is an active hunter, only using its silk to create a protective…
County Wildlife Sites
Trust launches largest-ever fundraising appeal to make Helman Tor bigger and better for wildlife
Cornwall Wildlife Trust has launched its biggest-ever fundraising appeal today to help secure a 97-acre site described as a ‘once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’.
County Geology Sites
What are County Wildlife Sites and why are they important?
Cornwall’s nearly 500 County Wildlife Sites, covering around 10% of Cornwall’s land mass, are vital for various habitats and wildlife. Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s Head of Nature Reserves, Callum,…
Go wild with 30 Days ‘happiness’ pack
Cornwall Wildlife Trust is encouraging people to do something wild every day for the month of June by taking part in the brilliant ‘30 Days Wild’, the UK’s only month-long nature challenge. Last…
Spiny lobster
Spiny lobster, crawfish, crayfish, rock lobsters - many names, one animal! This pretty lobster was made extinct in many areas through overfishing, but is now making a slow comeback.
Lobster
A well known inhabitant of UK seas, common lobsters can reach up to 60cm in length.
Oyster
Native Oysters are a staple of our seas and our plates - but our love of their taste has lead to a sharp decline all around the UK.
Spiny squat lobster
A bizarre half lobster/half crab, this squat lobster is one of the true stunners of the rocky shore!
Oyster mushroom
Oyster mushrooms are shell shaped fungi that grow in tiers or fabulous clusters on dead trees or stumps. Unlike many fungi, these mushrooms are not seasonal and can be found all year round,…