Devon Wildlife Trust
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DWT is the leading conservation charity in the county protecting Devon's wildlife for the future. Photo: Tom Marshall
Exeter, Devon, England
Joined February 2009
This green sea urchin was spotted in a rockpool off Plymouth recently 👀 Living amongst the seaweeds on rocky shores, green sea urchins feed by grazing on seaweed, sponges and bryozoans and will also eat barnacles, mussels and worms. 📷: Britta Saffron Holmes
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By making a few simple changes, your garden can become a refuge for many of our struggling wildlife species. 🌿 Learn more about wildlife gardening - and you can even apply for a Wildlife Garden award to display! 👇 https://t.co/eWYEF5TBhC 📷: Nick Upton/2020VISION
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Winter brings long nights and dark days, but nature’s palette is as bright as ever. This is just a small sample of winter’s colourful delights. Why not head outside and see how many colours you can spot in nature on just a single walk? 🎨
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A pause before the weekend 😌 High tide on the Lower Otter looks pretty spectacular at sunset! 🌄 📸 Matt B
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Join as a Devon Wildlife Trust member for half price this January and help us bring more wildflowers, butterflies, birds and mammals back to Devon. Support local wildlife today 👇 https://t.co/a2tlNf2Hu5 Offer ends 31 January.
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The talented Woolly Nanas have guided the community of Buckfastleigh in crafting over 100 hand-felted wool animals! Watch the full video showcasing the amazing contributions of volunteers and communities 👉 https://t.co/bY7Ebrxaen 🎥 Gani Naylor Productions @HeritageFund
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Hello there! Our ponies at Meeth Quarry Nature Reserve have been making the most of the frosty mornings ❄️ Come explore our trails and don’t forget to visit our bird hides for more wildlife sightings. Visit here 👉 https://t.co/YyfXiPRwUz 📸 Kate, DWT
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Wading birds head for our food-rich estuaries in astounding numbers in the winter, including: 🐦 Over half a million lapwings from across northern Europe 🐦 300,000 oystercatchers from Iceland and Norway 🐦 60,000 bar-tailed godwits from north west Russia 📷: Matt Boydell
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Have you woken up to another icy morning? The recent cold weather and snow looks absolutely stunning up on Dartmoor! 📸 Dean, DWT
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You might have seen snow on Dartmoor in the last few days, but have you seen snow buntings along the coast? ❄️ After breeding in the Arctic, 10-15,000 snow buntings come to the UK to spend the winter here. In Devon, they've been spotted at Dawlish recently! 📷: Matt Boydell
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We are delighted to be recruiting two new Trustees to join the Devon Wildlife Trust Board! Applications close 23:59 on 22 February 2026. Discover more and apply here 👉 https://t.co/gVWEiOUN2r
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Stop and listen! Nature’s got the best playlist this winter 🎶 This #12DaysWild, take a moment to listen to nature’s soundtrack - from the cheerful robin’s winter song to the blackbird’s flute-like melody. Take a listen 👉 https://t.co/jqqYpYiiuh 📷 Wren: Logan Walker
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A little birdie told us that you love wildlife, so you'd love our e-newsletter. Don't miss out, sign up today (it's free!)👇 https://t.co/x0hLn24h9F 📷Goldfinch: Matt Boydell
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Blink and you’ll miss it! Our Reserves Officer, Adam, has captured his first conclusive evidence of otters on the River Teign (near Woodah Reserve) since March 2024 😅 A very exciting sighting!
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No, these images haven’t been altered — the fungus really is that blue! This is a stunning example of a rare yet instantly recognisable species: the cobalt blue fungus (Terana coerulea). Have you ever seen anything like this? 📷 Eleanor, DWT volunteer
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That's dam impressive! 🦫 Bex (Beaver Project Officer) recently discovered this incredible dam and wetland which had been constructed by a beaver family. On this occasion, the landowner wasn't aware of its existence but is happy with the beavers being there! 📷: DWT
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Have you ever seen a grey seal bobbing in the waves or basking on the beach? These incredible animals are Britain’s largest native seals, and their fluffy white pups look just like little snowballs! ❄️ 📷: Thinesh Thirugnanasampanthar
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Whose wet, curly locks are these? Spoiler: They belong to Harvey, one of our Exmoor ponies at Meeth Nature Reserve 🐴 📸 Adam, DWT
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HALF PRICE SALE: Make a positive impact on local nature in 2026 with a donation of just £1.75 a month. Become a Devon Wildlife Trust member for half price today 👇 https://t.co/a2tlNf2Hu5 Limited-time offer: only available until 31st January 2026.
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For 2026, why not set an environmentally-friendly resolution? 🌱 🚲 Try walking, cycling, or taking public transport more often 💧 Learn how to use less plastic 🥦 Go vegetarian one day a week Take action 👉 https://t.co/09DuaXDIkQ 📷: Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
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