Large blue
Despite its name, the large blue is a fairly small butterfly, but the largest of our blues. It was declared extinct in 1979, but reintroduced in the 1980s and now survives in southern England.
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Isles of Scilly Travel
The Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust work closely with the Steamship Group to help visitors to Scilly learn more about the incredible natural environment of the islands and improve understanding of its unique wildlife and landscapes.
Isles of Scilly National Landscape
The Isles of Scilly are the smallest National Landscape (previous known as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) designation in the UK. The Islands possess a diversity of scenery that belies their small scale. A management plan for the National Landscape is produced and reviewed by the Council of the Isles of Scilly. This plan is implemented by the National Landscape Partnership which is made up of organisations and individuals who work together to conserve and enhance the special qualities of the National Landscape.
Scilly's species
The Isles of Scilly is home to some incredible wildlife, from grey seals to seabirds, unique plants and amazing rockpool creatures, some of which are found nowhere else in the UK.
Isles of Scilly Bat Group
There are currently over 40 members, mostly on the islands but some on the mainland. The Group is affiliated to the Bat Conservation Trust.
Scilly's seaweeds
A rockpool can match any garden in wildness and rugged beauty. The seashore itself is a rich, vibrant jungle of life, home to thousands of creatures and plants that make up our spectacular marine…
Scilly Billy
Scilly Billy clothing is designed on Scilly, locally printed by hand on feel-good fabrics like organic cotton and recycled materials as much as possible.
Nursery web spider
A common spider of heathland and grassland, the Nursery web spider has brown and black stripes running the length of its body. It is an active hunter, only using its silk to create a protective…
Scilly’s Summer Spectacles
Scilly transforms into an otherworldly paradise during the months of summer, making it a great time to experience a variety of interesting wildlife. From blossoming chamomile to migrating…
Isles of Scilly Seabird Recovery Project
The Isles of Scilly Seabird Recovery Project Partnership
Grey heron
Spot these tall, prehistoric looking birds standing like a statue on the edge of ponds and lakes, contemplating their next meal.
Chalkhill blue
Unsurprisingly, the chalkhill blue can be found on sunny, chalk grassland sites in southern England. Clouds of this beautiful blue butterfly may be seen fluttering around low-growing flowers.