Action for Insects
Insect populations are declining at an alarming rate. Find out what actions we can all take to stop this crisis!
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Action for Insects
DWT's CEO, Harry Barton, reflects on the loss of insects globally and why we should care
Urgent action needed for insects
A new report, Insect Declines and Why They Matter, commissioned by a group of Wildlife Trusts in the south west has revealed conclusively that drastic declines in insect numbers look set to have…
Everyday Actions for Insects
Every day actions you can take to help stop the catastrophic decline of insects. We can all make a difference by pledging to make small changes which will make big differences: from going pesticide free, to planting seeds. Together, we can help our insect populations.
New guide encourages us all to take urgent action for insects
• The Wildlife Trusts and partners launch new practical initiative to help insects and reverse sharp declines in their populations
• A FREE downloadable Guide to Taking Action for Insects is…
Why I believe now is the time to take action for insects. By Rose Mason age 19
Often, if the subject of insects is raised, our instinct is to squirm. Insects don’t have the appeal of little hedgehogs snuggled in the autumn leaves or fox cubs playing in the grass, and yet…
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At Devon Wildlife Trust we believe that nature is for everyone and that everyone has a role to play in its recovery.
Why should we care about insects?
87% of all plant species need animal pollination and most of this is delivered by insects. Around three-quarters of all crop types grown by humans need to be pollinated by insects. If we want to…
Climate action needs nature. Nature needs climate action. Neither will succeed if we don’t prepare for a changing world
The Wildlife Trusts’ COP26 report says it’s time to tackle the twin crises at speed
Devon Wildlife Trust says ‘Now is the time for bold action…so that nature and climate feed into…
Why should we care about disappearing insects? by Professor Dave Goulson
Opinions are divided about insects. For some of us, insects are beautiful, fascinating, joyful creatures – their buzz or fluttering by a vital part of our spring and summer. Ecologists, farmers…
Water stick insect
The water stick insect looks just like a mantis. An underwater predator, it uses its front legs to catch its prey. Its tail acts as a kind of 'snorkel', so it can breathe in the water.…
Vote for Nature: Demand Action on Pesticide Reduction This Election
On Thursday 1 May 2025, the Devon County Council local election is an opportunity to vote with nature in mind and call for a reduction in the widespread use of toxic pesticides.