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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.
Reed bunting
A streaky brown bird, the reed bunting can be found in wetlands, reedbeds and on farmland across the UK. Males sport black heads and a white 'moustache'.
Snow bunting
Only a few pairs of snow bunting breed here, so look out for this striking black-and-white bird in winter around Scotland, the North West and the East coast of England.
Corn bunting
Like many of our farmland birds, the corn bunting has declined in number in recent years. Spot this streaky brown, thick-billed bird singing from a wire or post - it sounds just like a set of…
Saving Devon's Treescapes
Saving Devon's Treescapes is combatting the effects of ash dieback by planting thousands of native trees outside in and around local communites to help to create more wilder and greener places that will be more resilient to climate change.
Saving Devon's Treescapes: Trees in Spring online talk
Join Graham Beck, Treescapes Advisor for the Saving Devon's Trees project, as we delve into the wonderful world of trees in the Spring time.
NEW: Saving Devon’s Treescapes Award
The Saving Devon’s Treescapes (SDT) team is pleased to announce the SDT Award!
Saving Devon's Treescapes - Frequently Asked Questions
The Saving Devon's Treescapes project has many elements, from working with schools to nurturing seeds in a tree nursery. With such a wide-ranging project, there are bound to be questions!
Get involved with the Saving Devon's Treescapes Project – Landowners
The Saving Devon's Treescapes project is working alongside FWAG SW to deliver free advisory visits to landowners across Devon. Find out how one of our land advisors can support you on your land.
Get involved with the Saving Devon's Treescapes Project - Help us survey wildlife
The Saving Devon’s Treescapes project will be asking volunteers to monitor trees as well as key species to help us better understand the health of Devon’s treescapes.
Saving Devon's Treescapes - Ash Dieback and ash archive
There are around 1.9 million mature ash trees outside of woodlands in Devon with up to 90% of them due to be affected by Ash Dieback. Ash Dieback is a fungal disease which originated in Asia and was first recognised in the UK in 2012. Sadly our native ash trees have no natural defence against it. Find out more about Ash Dieback and what to do if you suspect it here.
Saving Devon’s Treescapes project – What we have achieved so far
Saving Devon’s Treescapes started in March 2020 and over five years we aim to plant and nurture 250,000 trees outside of woodlands across Devon. Not only that but we want increase knowledge about the importance of our treescapes and ensure the cultural importance of ash trees is celebrated and not forgotten.