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How far would you go for a first for Sussex?

Posted on April 16, 2012 by Sussex Wildlife Trust

Author Graeme Lyons Picture the scene. I’m walking quietly through a heathery glade at Graffham Common with Jane Wilmot and two chaps from Amphibian and Reptile Conservation looking for potential hibernacula. I had my net with me and took the … Continue reading →

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Water, water everywhere but not a drop to drink!

Posted on August 1, 2011 by Sussex Wildlife Trust

Author Fran Southgate I don’t know about you but one of the first things I do when I wake up is turn the tap on – whether its to take a shower or to slap cold water in my face … Continue reading →

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Flying Ant Day

Posted on July 12, 2011 by Sussex Wildlife Trust

Author Neil Fletcher Monday 11th July saw millions of flying ants taking off on their mating flights right across Sussex. The black garden ant (Lasius niger) produces large, winged queens at this time of year, which incredibly synchronise their mating … Continue reading →

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Its nice to go travelling but…

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Sussex Wildlife Trust

Author Kathy Green We have just returned from holiday and part of it was an overnight camp in the Wadi Rum desert in Jordan. To say it was a magical experience does not do it justice. The stillness and the … Continue reading →

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