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Learn About Kent's Nature & Wildlife

Want to learn more about nature and wildlife in Kent? We have a range of useful resources, events and information to help you get started.

Discover the nature on your doorstep

Kent is a biodiversity-rich county, home to numerous endangered species, stunning animals and fascinating habitats. There are countless species for you to discover, from fungi, minibeasts and wildflowers on the ground, to buzzing bees and birds in the sky. 

There's no better time than now to step outside your door and see what wonders the natural world holds. 

Blue Shieldbug (Zicronia caerulea) by Vaughn Matthews

Species

Learn about the many wonderful species that reside in Kent, some that no longer live here and some that may live here in the future because of climate change.

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Grazers at queendown warren - Robert Pennington

Habitats

Learn about the variety of habitats that we call home from the quintessential wetland habitats of our coastlines to the chalk grasslands that are home to rare species.

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Advice

Get actionable advice on how to build homes for nature, garden for nature, respect nature and more.

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More ways to learn

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Wilder Education

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We provide children, young people and adults with a wide range of practical, enjoyable and high-quality learning experiences through our Education programmes that will connect them with nature and help them discover the wild world around us.

Talk on the wild side podcast artwork by Katy McCarten

Talk on the wild side

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Kent Wildlife Trust have teamed up with former BBC South East presenter Rob Smith to bring you an audio feast. The brand new podcast will lift you up from your eco anxiety and give you a tour of the heroes and heroines bringing nature back from the brink.…

Queendown Warren, photo by Selwyn Dennis
Queendown Warren, photo by Selwyn Dennis

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

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Ross Hoddinott

Wildlife Study Days

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Increase your knowledge, understanding and enjoyment of Kent’s wild plants and animals - and learn how to manage habitats to encourage them.

Ham Fen safari in March 2022. A guide points out across the reedbeds whilst 2 members of the group look out by Louise Matthews

Wilder Kent Safaris

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Join us for a wildlife safari with a difference. Our knowledgeable guides take you through some of Kent's best landscapes to help you see the hidden gems you may miss on your own.

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N Morley

Our Flagship Nature Reserves

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Kent Wildlife Trust manages over 80 nature reserves across the county, boasting a diverse range of habitats and species. To help you know where to start, we've assembled some of our top recommended reserves to visit.