Bugs Matter survey finds 70% decrease insects in less than 20 years
A citizen-science survey has found that the abundance of flying insects in Essex has plummeted by over 70% over the last 17 years.
A citizen-science survey has found that the abundance of flying insects in Essex has plummeted by over 70% over the last 17 years.
Essex Wildlife Trust takes action for insects in Essex by creating new vital sand bank habitat at their Two Tree Island nature reserve
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.…
This is a themed drop-off home education session for age 8+
Join volunteer John as he undertakes a winter bird survey with our Lead Reserves Ecologist at Two Tree Island nature reserve.