Wilder Kent Blog

Learn more about the wildlife and wild places in Kent and beyond.

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What have insects ever done for us?

The UK has over 20,000 species of insect, but their numbers are declining sharply. As we gear up to take ‘Action for Insects’, science communicator David Urry looks at why we should care.

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Why should we care about disappearing insects?

Dave Goulson is a Professor at the University of Sussex and studies the ecology, behaviour and conservation of bumblebees. He is also interested in pollinators and pollination more generally, and particularly in the sustainable management of pollinators in agro-ecosystems

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Incredible Insects

Insects may be small, but they are vitally important to life on our planet, helping our ecosystems to thrive. Here we explore the wonderful world of these fascinating creatures.

Campaigns and Projects

10 Bee-rilliant bee facts for #BeesNeeds week!

#BeesNeeds week is a campaign to help raise awareness of bees (and other pollinators), as we rely on them to pollinate most of our fruit and vegetables. But our bees are under threat, and without them so is our environment, food and economy. Here are 10 interesting facts and ways you can do your bit to help the bees.

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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 know about them? We've put together 10 fun facts about our red-breasted friends that you may not have known...

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New find in Kent waters

Fiona White, our Marine Officer, writes about an exiting discovery in our country's coasts. A species never before recorded in Kent has been found by a Kent Wildlife Trust volunteer Seasearcher, whilst diving in the newly designated Folkestone Pomerania Marine Conservation Zone.