Topics: Species

Minster Marshes, its bird life, and the impacts of Sea Link

In episode 8 of Talk on the Wild Side, Rob Smith interviews George Cooper - a Thanet local with a passion for wildlife, who has been heavily involved in bird recording and ringing at Minster Marshes for many years. They talk about why Minster Marshes is so important for bird-life, the damage National Grid's Sea Link project will do to the area, and why he started the Save Minster Marshes campaign.

Fungi in Kent

Explore the magical world of fungi in Kent by discovering some of the most common fungi you will see and learning how to identify them.

Finches and buntings

Finches and buntings are seed-eaters though buntings generally feed from the ground while finches tend to feed in trees and shrubs. Learn more about them and how to identify them in our species guides.

Crows and shrikes

Corvids and shrikes are a popular bird in Kent but it can be hard to identify individual species. Take a look at our species guides to learn more about them.

Pigeons and doves

Belonging to the family columbidae, doves and pigeons are known for building very flimsy nests. Learn to identify the differences between these stout-bodied birds using our handy species guides.

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