Archive
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07 October 2020
Sparrowhawk
Sparrowhawks are ambush predators, relying on the element of surprise. They are experts at appearing out of nowhere for a sudden attack, breaking cover with explosive acceleration in an attempt to snatch a surprised snack.
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05 October 2020
Why I decided to leave a gift in my Will to Sussex Wildlife Trust
“I was a teacher at a junior school until my retirement in 2001, and all my working life I’ve tried to instil a love of nature into the younger generation. That’s why I have chosen to leave a gift in my Will to Sussex Wildlife Trust – they believe in the next generation and are getting youngsters involved in and inspired by wildlife.”
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05 October 2020
Into the Wild photo competition - public vote open
Our Into the Wild Photography Competition judges had the difficult task of selecting 12 finalists from over 680 entries - the most we’ve ever received. Thank you to everyone who has taken part.
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05 October 2020
Help Our Kelp - Year One Anniversary
One year ago, the Help Our Kelp Partnership was formed with the aim of regenerating the much depleted West Sussex kelp forests.
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05 October 2020
Meet Our Members: Polly and Sue
We meet members Polly Mair and Sue Robinson and talk to them about their love of wildlife and photography
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02 October 2020
Bridge of Scythes
Cutting with scythes creates a patch mosaic with some areas left rough and longer than others and, in this way the volunteers emulate the work of a herd of browsing animals moving through.
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01 October 2020
September 2020 - Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Sightings
Wildlife highlight during September were two records of Marsh Mallow Moth on the reserve.
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30 September 2020
Natural Regeneration at Rye Harbour
Natural Regeneration is what has been going on with the strip of land along Rye Harbour Farm
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30 September 2020
Just one day left to have your say on changes to the planning system
Please take action now to respond to the Government consultation (closes 23.45 on Thursday 1 October 2020)
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29 September 2020
30% of our land for wildlife, what does this mean?
The Government has committed to dedicating 30% of land for nature in the UK. This is, of course, a welcome ambition. However the real fate of nature, and the future success of this announcement relies not on a percentage, but on the depth of the intention through all levels of government.
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29 September 2020
Heathland Dragonflies at Stedham and Iping Commons
As part of the Heathland Sculpture Trail that connects the heathlands within the South Downs National Park, a sculpture dedicated to the specialist heathland dragonflies has been erected at Stedham Common.
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27 September 2020
The Secret World of Fungi
What do you think of when you hear the word fungi? There’s so much more to these otherworldly organisms than meets the eye. Find out about the Wood Wide Web