Nightjar
The easiest way to find out if the nocturnal and well-camouflaged nightjar is about is to listen out for its distinctive 'churring' call at dusk. A summer visitor, it is most numerous in…
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Devon Special Species
Some of our rarest and most threatened wildlife relies on the landscapes - and people - of Devon. Their future depends on the action we take now. At least 96 species currently have a presence in Devon which is of national - even international - importance. Find out more about 12 of the Special Species found on DWT nature reserves - and how you can help them with a Christmas gift for wildlife.
Species
Discover more about our amazing wildlife in the UK! Learn more about the plants and animals on your doorstep.
What is a Nudibranch?
Nudibranchs, also known as sea slugs, are much like their land-based relatives that you may spot in your garden. But, unlike your regular garden slug, the nudibranch can incorporate the stinging…
Hello Team Wilder: Jeremy from Exminster Green Spaces
We spoke to Jeremy Pyne from Exminster Green Spaces Group to find out about his Team Wilder journey...
Sand eel
Sand eels are a hugely important part of our marine ecosystem. In fact, the fledgling success of our breeding seabirds entirely depends on them.
Giant goby
One of the UK’s rarest marine species, this giant of the rocky shore is a very special fish.
The Rough
A reserve with a diverse flora and abundance of butterfly species.
A walk to explore an ancient woodland Ford Woods Bideford
A walk discovering this ancient woodland on the south side of Bideford that supports 26 woodland indicator species
Stapleton Mire
A Culm grassland, rich in nationally rare plant and insect species.
Common eelgrass
This seagrass species is a kind of flowering plant that lives beneath the sea, providing an important habitat for many rare and wonderful species.
Mice to meet you!
Mammal expert Stuart Edmunds introduces the four species of mice you can see in the UK.