Red-billed chough recovery in Kent takes flight as wild population grows
Eight wild-born chicks this year and an expanding range across county mark a turning point for the species' return after 200 years.
Eight wild-born chicks this year and an expanding range across county mark a turning point for the species' return after 200 years.
New study maps areas of land across the country that could support the recovery of one of Britain's most iconic mammals.
Kent Wildlife Trust is urging the public to help protect Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve after Sevenoaks District Council published proposals for a major housing development immediately north of the reserve.
Kent Wildlife Trust alongside other charities Woodland Trust, CPRE Kent and local campaign group Friends of Oaken Wood, is calling on residents to take part in the Kent Mineral Sites Plan Regulation 19 consultation -warning that proposals within the plan to quarry within Oaken Wood would wipe out at least 41 hectares of irreplaceable ancient woodland near Maidstone.
New status enables organisations to arrange Conservation Covenants nationally, helping protect habitats and biodiversity for future generations.
Kent Wildlife Trust is calling on supporters to help raise £130,000 by 1 September to fund the long-term work needed to restore habitats and bring wildlife back across the county.
Three-year funding from Natural England will support projects to strengthen beaver populations, protect rare woodland invertebrates and recover threatened species.
A major new community-led nature recovery programme is set to transform urban neighbourhoods across Kent and Medway, helping residents take action for nature while building stronger, healthier and more connected communities.