November on Hothfield Heathlands: All about fungi
The weather that contributed to a poor year for insects and butterflies has helped produce a flourish of fungi from late summer on, a show that will run right through the winter across the varied…
Blog: Species
What is a Nature Hero?
This COP28 season, we want to celebrate those on the ground who are doing their part in fighting the climate and nature crises.
These Nature Heroes, those individuals or groups based in Kent who are taking action for nature, are also inspiring those around them to make an impact.
Over the next few weeks, we'll be introducing you to a range of Nature Heroes across Kent, from our very own Kent Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers to wildlife champions we work with across the county.
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The role livestock play in seed dispersal
One of the main methods that seeds use to disperse themselves is through animals. Livestock play an important role in the dispersal of seeds over long distances. Historically, large herbivores…
What would life be like without our woodlands?
Natasha Ruskin explores something terrifying: a world without woodlands.
If you go down to the woods today – 9 surprising animals to look out for amongst the Kentish trees
Volunteer Matt Huggins explores some of the lesser-known but still fascinating animals that grace our woodlands.
Wood Wide Web - The underground communication network
Volunteer Matt Huggins explores the underground secrets of mycorrhizal networks and how they help trees to communicate with one another.
What is flying ant day & when is it?
Sara Booth-Card, ecologist, peatlands and Action For Insects campaigner at The Wildlife Trusts, looks out for the telltale signs of flying ant days and shares her love for the underground world of…
National Marine Week: The North East Kent Marine Protected Area
The county of Kent is blessed with an extensive coastal and intertidal environment comprising elements of the eastern Thames Estuary, the southern North Sea and the English Channel. In north-east…
A community's plan to restore turtle doves in Kent
Join your Talk on the Wild Side host, Rob Smith, for a journey through Marden's farms and gardens - where farmers, scientists, and keen birders are working together to make space for the rare…
Nightingales & turtle doves: Protecting two iconic species through collaborations in Kent
In the last fifty years, both nightingales and turtle doves have suffered a population decline of over 90%. The usual threats of habitat degradation and climate change are partly to blame, but…
A day in the life of a Coexistence Support Officer
Join Coexistence Support Officer, Julia Brant, for a day at Rother Woods as part of the South East Pine Marten Restoration Project.