Cornwall Wildlife Trust

21/08/2026

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National Trust’s Holnicote estate says restored wetlands and rivers offer proof of resilience to drought, wildfires and flooding

20/08/2026

A remarkable wildlife discovery has been recorded in Cornwall.

🦗 Ten European praying mantis nymphs have been submitted to Cornwall Wildlife Trust via ERCCIS, in what could be the first recorded evidence of praying mantises breeding in Cornwall and on the UK mainland.

The tiny insects were discovered at Truro School and have sparked excitement among local wildlife experts and recorders.

🌿 As temperatures continue to rise, species more commonly associated with southern Europe may increasingly find suitable conditions here in the UK.

Have you spotted unusual wildlife in Cornwall? Let us know through ORKS via ERCCIS.

19/08/2026

'A Cornwall where nature thrives' - one of the categories in our 2026 Wildlife Photography Competition, with thanks to category sponsors Classic Cottages.

Entries are now open, closing on 13 September.

This year's categories are:
📸 Nature on the Edge
📸 Beneath the Surface
📸 Coasts & Tides
📸 Nature in Your Pocket
📸 A Cornwall Where Nature Thrives
📸 Young Photographer

Head to the Cornwall Wildlife Trust website for all the details and to submit your entry today. Know a keen photographer who should enter? Tag them in the comments.

Thanks to sponsors Classic Cottages, Koru Kayaking, St Eval, and Insite Graphics for support.

19/08/2026

One of the most important things we’re doing to support adaptation to a changing climate here in Cornwall.

During the recent heatwaves when much of the Cornish landscape has been parched, beaver wetlands have demonstrated their impact: by holding water in the landscape for longer they can reduce the impact of drought, and bring benefits to other species too.

18/08/2026

🎵 New sounds of nature, now on Spotify!

We're excited to launch Cornwall Wildlife Trust's brand new Spotify account, starting with our very first playlist: Pond Life 🐸💚

Featuring tracks inspired by the calm, curious, and sometimes surprising world of Cornwall's ponds, it's the perfect soundtrack for a mindful walk, a moment of relaxation, or a wildlife-inspired day.

🎧 Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1rsTdC8nYDe7Cvf122Zdga?si=qYqHsQylSxuAlJ-dNNgqWg

17/08/2026

National Marine Week 2026 is over - but what a week it was!

From radical rockpools to discovering endangered eels in Newquay boating lake, this year’s marine week had it all! 26 fantastic community events, with over 1,400 people engaged. 783 baby lobsters released, more people connected with our amazing marine environment here in Cornwall.

National Marine Week might be over for another year but the opportunities to get involved definitely aren’t.

Head to the Cornwall Wildlife Trust website to learn more about current events, volunteering opps, getting involved with an associated group on your doorstep, and how you can join us as a member and help support our work across land and sea here in Cornwall.

16/08/2026

Incredible footage shows the moment two sharks were rescued from a lost crab pot during a recent dive.

Cornwall Wildlife Trust Marine Conservation Officer Matt and dive buddy Sean discovered the animals, which could have been trapped for weeks, alongside several crabs.

This rescue had a happy ending but highlights the wider issue of lost fishing gear, also known as ghost gear.

Nobody wants to see wildlife trapped like this, and fishers don’t want to lose gear. The vast majority is lost accidentally during bad weather or challenging sea conditions.

We need government support for better reporting, recovery, and prevention of lost gear to help protect marine wildlife while supporting sustainable fishing businesses.

If you come across lost fishing gear at sea, you can record its location and contact organisations like Fathoms Free which can help coordinate recovery efforts.

Search “Save Our Seas” on our website for more information.

📹 Matt Slater

14/08/2026