Island creation at RSPB Dungeness
Rob Smith joins Craig Edwards, RSPB Area Warden for Dungeness nature reserve. Learn about the management of this reserve and the wildlife you can see in between a nuclear power station and MOD…
Blog: Birds
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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Top migratory birds to spot this winter
Nina Jones, Protected Area Warden at Sandwich and Pegwell Bay celebrates World Migratory Bird Day by sharing some of the best birds to look out for on the way back to the UK for their winter stay…
August on Hothfield Heathlands
Margery Thomas, volunteer at Hothfield Heathlands, shares some of the highlights on offer at the reserve in August. Learn more about the species found here such as the beautiful yellowhammer.
6 places to see corvids in Kent
Where can you see corvids in Kent? Find out about some of the places where you can find these intelligent birds and a little help identifying them.
10 birds that come alive at dawn
Find out about some of the most common sounds of the early morning dawn chorus and learn to identify them in this blog.
The legendary history of choughs
Find out how this iconic species is embedded in our history...
The aviary at Dover Castle
This summer, come and visit the cheeky quartet of choughs at Dover Castle!
June on Hothfield Heathlands
Kent Wildlife Trust Volunteer Margery Thomas explains the nature of heathland habitat at our stunning Hothfield Heathlands Nature Reserve and how our volunteer teams help us to protect this…
What's happening at Nashenden Reserve this Autumn?
Amazingly it is already ten years since Kent Wildlife Trust acquired the site and five years since our volunteer team started work. As the reserve matures we are continually finding new species of…
How well do you know our red-breasted friend the robin?
When you think of wildlife at Christmas, you'll most likely find the robin popping into your head. Most people will certainly think of robins as the bird of the season, but how much do you…