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Exeter, Devon, England
Joined February 2009
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❗UK nature is declining fast, yet the Fingleton Review proposes weakening vital protections. Wildlife can’t afford more loss. These plans aren’t law... yet. There’s still time to act! Speak up now to protect nature, contact @Ed_Miliband 👉 buff.ly/vrhioac
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Fly me to the moon! 🐦 This flock of golden plovers was spotted from our our Emsworthy Mire nature reserve, and was part of an even bigger flock of 100+ birds. 📷: Thank you to Rosie from Manaton for this incredible photo
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Winter is tough for wildlife, but you can make a huge difference! ❄️🐦 As the temperatures drop and food becomes scarce, simple changes at home can help birds, insects, and more get through the cold months. Find out more 👉 buff.ly/n7t3P9V 📷: Fergus Gill/2020VISION
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🦫 Did you know, each pine marten has a unique bib pattern on their chest? To help identify them, our field officer, Ali, has created a special “Bibliography” of all the pine martens across Dartmoor and Exmoor. @HeritageFundUK #NationalTreasures Day
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This green sea urchin was spotted in a rockpool off Plymouth recently 👀 Living amongst the seaweeds on rocky shores, green sea urchins feed by grazing on seaweed, sponges and bryozoans and will also eat barnacles, mussels and worms. 📷: Britta Saffron Holmes
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By making a few simple changes, your garden can become a refuge for many of our struggling wildlife species. 🌿 Learn more about wildlife gardening - and you can even apply for a Wildlife Garden award to display! 👇 buff.ly/K2g81NO 📷: Nick Upton/2020VISION
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Winter brings long nights and dark days, but nature’s palette is as bright as ever. This is just a small sample of winter’s colourful delights. Why not head outside and see how many colours you can spot in nature on just a single walk? 🎨
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A pause before the weekend 😌 High tide on the Lower Otter looks pretty spectacular at sunset! 🌄 📸 Matt B
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Join as a Devon Wildlife Trust member for half price this January and help us bring more wildflowers, butterflies, birds and mammals back to Devon. Support local wildlife today 👇 buff.ly/ioldAI1 Offer ends 31 January.
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The talented Woolly Nanas have guided the community of Buckfastleigh in crafting over 100 hand-felted wool animals! Watch the full video showcasing the amazing contributions of volunteers and communities 👉 buff.ly/Dir66rJ 🎥 Gani Naylor Productions @HeritageFund
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Hello there! Our ponies at Meeth Quarry Nature Reserve have been making the most of the frosty mornings ❄️ Come explore our trails and don’t forget to visit our bird hides for more wildlife sightings. Visit here 👉 buff.ly/onRLnWY 📸 Kate, DWT
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Wading birds head for our food-rich estuaries in astounding numbers in the winter, including: 🐦 Over half a million lapwings from across northern Europe 🐦 300,000 oystercatchers from Iceland and Norway 🐦 60,000 bar-tailed godwits from north west Russia 📷: Matt Boydell
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Have you woken up to another icy morning? The recent cold weather and snow looks absolutely stunning up on Dartmoor! 📸 Dean, DWT
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You might have seen snow on Dartmoor in the last few days, but have you seen snow buntings along the coast? ❄️ After breeding in the Arctic, 10-15,000 snow buntings come to the UK to spend the winter here. In Devon, they've been spotted at Dawlish recently! 📷: Matt Boydell
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We are delighted to be recruiting two new Trustees to join the Devon Wildlife Trust Board! Applications close 23:59 on 22 February 2026. Discover more and apply here 👉 buff.ly/eBnpTuf
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Stop and listen! Nature’s got the best playlist this winter 🎶 This #12DaysWild, take a moment to listen to nature’s soundtrack - from the cheerful robin’s winter song to the blackbird’s flute-like melody. Take a listen 👉 buff.ly/ULGcyZN 📷 Wren: Logan Walker
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A little birdie told us that you love wildlife, so you'd love our e-newsletter. Don't miss out, sign up today (it's free!)👇 buff.ly/MuEP3MW 📷Goldfinch: Matt Boydell
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Blink and you’ll miss it! Our Reserves Officer, Adam, has captured his first conclusive evidence of otters on the River Teign (near Woodah Reserve) since March 2024 😅 A very exciting sighting!
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No, these images haven’t been altered — the fungus really is that blue! This is a stunning example of a rare yet instantly recognisable species: the cobalt blue fungus (Terana coerulea). Have you ever seen anything like this? 📷 Eleanor, DWT volunteer
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