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  1. Scilly's Nature
  2. Helping Wildlife

Helping Wildlife

The Isles of Scilly Wildlife Trust is a conservation charity and our staff do not have the training, or capacity, to assist with wildlife that is injured or in need of help.

On occasion you may get a little closer to our wild friends than you anticipated.  It's important to know when they may just need to be left alone or if they might require a little assistance.   

If you see marine life being disturbed by anyone whilst in the Isles of Scilly, please call the Cornwall Marine & Coastal Code hotline on 0345 201 26 26.  

There is also no "Wildlife Hospital" on the Islands, as you may find or be used to on the Mainland; so make sure you know what options are available and what the best course of action is.  Our local vet Heike is often able to assist or offer advice and can be contacted on 01720 423667 or alternatively check out the information below: 

Baby Birds

Baby Birds

It is common to find baby birds and think that they are in need of help or have been abandoned but that may not be the case Read more

Published: 4th January, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

Related topics:
  • Helping Wildlife
British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR)

British Divers Marine Life Rescue (BDMLR)

When you find something stranded on the beach and it's alive...who you gonna call? BDMLR is an organisation dedicated to the rescue and well being of all marine mammals in distress around the UK. Read more

Published: 28th December, 2018

Updated: 4th January, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

Related topics:
  • Helping Wildlife
Cornwall Marine Coastal Code

Cornwall Marine Coastal Code

Marine wildlife is easily disturbed by humans; we are in their space after all! Click here if you have seen marine wildlife being disturbed and you want to report it Read more

Published: 10th September, 2020

Updated: 4th January, 2021

Author: Sarah Mason

Related topics:
  • Keeping Scilly Special
  • Helping Wildlife
Dead Marine Mammals (Marine Strandings Network)

Dead Marine Mammals (Marine Strandings Network)

When you find something stranded on the beach and it's dead....who you gonna call? Not "Ghostbusters" but the Marine Strandings Network Hotline! Read more

Published: 28th December, 2018

Updated: 2nd November, 2020

Author: Nikki Banfield

Related topics:
  • Helping Wildlife
Hedgehogs

Hedgehogs

Hedgehogs can be found on St Mary's and at certain times of the day/year they are quite active. What should you do if you come across one that appears unwell? Read more

Published: 4th January, 2019

Updated: 6th July, 2020

Author: Nikki Banfield

Related topics:
  • Helping Wildlife
Racing Pigeons

Racing Pigeons

Technically not "wild" but if they turn up in Scilly they often need a little bit of TLC and a helping hand to get home again Read more

Published: 4th January, 2019

Updated: 7th January, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

Related topics:
  • Helping Wildlife
Seal Pups

Seal Pups

If you want to know what to do if you find a seal pup, please read this... Read more

Published: 28th December, 2018

Updated: 11th December, 2019

Author: Nikki Banfield

Related topics:
  • Helping Wildlife
Tree & Hedge Management for Biodiversity

Tree & Hedge Management for Biodiversity

Hedges and trees are vital habitats for biodiversity. Read more

Published: 22nd February, 2019

Updated: 18th January, 2021

Author: Sarah Mason

Related topics:
  • Helping Wildlife
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    Marine wildlife is easily disturbed by humans; we are in their space after all! Click here if you have seen marine wildlife being disturbed and you want to report it

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    Protecting and Restoring Nature Is More Essential Than Ever

    The Wildlife Trusts – a movement of 46 charities across the UK – are, like others, dealing with unprecedented challenges caused by coronavirus. Restoring nature in the UK – one of the most nature-depleted countries in the world – has become harder than ever during the pandemic. At the same time, people are seeking solace in nature to relieve the hardships caused by lockdown.

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    Our achievements for nature and people

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