Wetlands
Healthy wetlands store carbon and slow the flow of water, cleaning it naturally and reducing flood risk downstream. They support an abundance of plant life, which in turn provide perfect shelter,…
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Our Reports
Read our published reports on a range of our species here.
Our partnerships
You can support the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust as a business. We can help your staff connect with local nature, help you to become more sustainable and your support for us will directly benefit our local environment.
Our projects
The Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust works with partners to deliver projects aimed at researching, understanding and conserving special species around the islands.
Our policies
Find out more about the governance and policies of the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust.
Save our shorebirds
This summer, the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust is launching an appeal to save Scilly's special shorebirds. Donate now to help some of our most vulnerable breeding birds, like oystercatchers and ringed plovers, survive and thrive around the islands.
Activities on our land
Much of the Isles of Scilly are open to all, but there are some areas that we request people do not visit to make space for nature. Some activities, like wild camping, are prohibited, whilst others (like commercial filming and photography) require permission. Please respect our wildlife and the restrictions in place, and in touch if you have any questions.
Save our Shorebirds
This summer, the Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust is launching an appeal to save Scilly's special shorebirds. Donate now to help some of our most vulnerable breeding birds, like oystercatchers…
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Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust appeals for help to Save our Shorebirds
The Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust is appealing for help in saving one of the islands’ most vulnerable shorebirds. In addition to launching a fundraising campaign, the Trust is asking members of…
Common reed
The extensive, golden-brown reedbeds that are formed by stands of Common reed are a familiar sight in our wetlands. They provide an important home for many species, including the rare Bittern.
Grass snake
The grass snake is our longest snake, but don't worry if you find one in the compost heap - it's harmless! Look out for this green and yellow beauty in grasslands and wetlands, too.