FROM CORNWALL WILDLIFE TRUST — THERE ARE GOOD THINGS HAPPENING

 

View this email in your browser Dear John  Hello there! As the days get shorter, the temperature drops, so do the leaves: the skeletons of trees stand stark against the pale sky. But look on the bright side - lacking their foliage, the birds are easier to spot! Eyes up to the skies for the incredible murmuration displays, and down to the rockpools which are still teeming with life along our coastline. We are incredibly grateful for your continued support, which plays a vital role in protecting Cornwall’s wildlife and wild places. We hope you get a chance to enjoy everything nature has to offer this season. 🍂🍄🐥 YOU can help threatened woodland birds! Woodland birds are facing a rapidly severe decline, with some at risk of extinction due to habitat loss. We’re asking for support this winter to help create more habitat for this threatened species. A huge thank you to those who have already donated! We’re now just over £17,000 away from target to kickstart temperate rainforest restoration in West Muchlarnick, near Looe. Can you help close the gap? Please donate and spread the message about this amazing opportunity to create vital habits for these threatened birds through increased woodland creation. Donate to help woodland birds Marsh tit by Margaret Holland Fieldfare by Chris Gomersall 2020VISION What’s on Saturday 30 November | 9:00am - 4:00pm Online Train to become a Seaquest surveyor and learn all about Cornwall's marine mega fauna and how to conduct effort based surveys. Monday 2 December | Gunwen Chapel Two walks: 10am OR 1pm Join the Helman Tor Reserves Team exploring the reserves with an introduction to habitat management. Wild Beaver Reintroduction Project Consultation Events Cornwall Wildlife Trust are hosting four public wild beaver reintroduction consultation events across the Par and Fowey catchments during winter 2024/25. We would like to speak with local residents, farmers, business-owners, recreational river users, fishery interests and other groups living or working in the area about our plans to bring back wild beavers.  Events will be run as drop-in sessions between 2pm and 6pm: Tue 3rd Dec | Gunwen Chapel Thu 12th Dec | Lanhydrock Memorial Hall Wed 8th Jan | Bugle Village Hall Tue 14th Jan | St Neot Village Hall View all events Gifts that do good Get ready for the festive season with Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s 2025 Wild Cornwall calendar and our stunning range of Christmas cards, clothing, homeware, prints, and more. You’ll be creating a Cornwall where nature thrives with every purchase! Shop now Our 2025 Wild Cornwall calendar showcases Cornwall’s breath-taking landscapes and wildlife, while our Christmas cards are a beautiful way to share the magic of nature with friends and family. Looking for gifts? Check out our eco-friendly clothing and homeware collections including tea towels and posters - ideal for bringing a touch of Cornwall’s wildlife into your home! 33 days to go… November Spotter’s Guide If you're heading to the coast, the rockpools are still thriving with life: look out for miniscule stalked jellyfish, and sea hares.  If you’re heading to the woods, keep your eyes peeled for fascinating fungi. Make sure you record your sightings with us! Read the guide Record a sighting Top tips for whale watching this winter Now is a great time to head for the coast with your binoculars and watch for whales! Humpback whales are most likely to be seen between November and March in Cornwall, as this is when they stop off to feed during their long migration towards tropical seas. How to spot them Scanning is the best way to spot these incredible animals out at sea. It’s good to go humpback spotting in a group - you can cover different areas which will increase your chances. Look out for their blow, released as they exhale at the surface. Their knobbly heads are unmistakable, alongside their huge size. Why are sightings increasing? No one knows for certain why sightings of humpback whales in Cornwall and around the UK seem to be on the increase but the consensus amongst researchers is that this is due to the decision to pause commercial whaling in 1982, which allowed the population to recover.  Read the blog Did you know? Humpback whales have developed a clever technique called "bubble netting" to catch fish. In this method, the whales dive beneath a school of fish and spiral upward while blowing air bubbles as they go. These bubbles rise and confuse the fish, forcing them into a tight, concentrated ball. The whales then swim rapidly through the cluster, consuming a large mouthful of fish in one gulp! Take action: how to have an eco-Christmas Whether you celebrate a big family Christmas, or you just give out a few cards to your friends and neighbours to wish them a happy time, here are some quick tips for a greener festive season! Find out more P.S. Thank you so much to everyone who entered our Trick or Treat Prize Draw! You helped raise £1,699 for wildlife. Well done to the lucky winners who have been contacted to collect their prizes. Wild About Social Media? Join the conversation and keep up to date with the latest news on our social media channels © 2024 Cornwall Wildlife Trust. All rights reserved. Registered charity number 214929. Privacy Policy and T&Cs Our mailing address is: Cornwall Wildlife Trust Five Acres, Allet, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 9DJ Want to change how you receive these emails? You can unsubscribe from this list.