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Welcome Fowler, the Big Hoot owl
Swooping into WWT Arundel Wetland Centre on July 10 is “Fowler” a large owl, decorated with wetland birds by Ben Cavanaugh, a mural artist and illustrator based in Littlehampton. Fowlers is part of The Big Hoot public art trail of 30 large owls, all
30 June 2024
Clubtail dragonfly appears back at Arundel
A club-tailed dragonfly was rescued from the water by Wetland Boat Safari guide Joel Coram at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre on Sun 2 June. This species is classified as ‘nationally notable’ as it only breeds on five UK rivers, Arun, Thames, Wey, Dee and
3 June 2024
Wardens wild walks
As summer begins breeding season is still underway for many wild birds, but finishing for others. Here is a look at what our wardens are seeing on their walk arounds each day. Fledging Sand Martins The sand martins began returning in early April and a
30 May 2024
Black-tailed Godwit chicks mark start of world-first captive breeding project
The eggs will boost critically low numbers of the UK’s breeding Black-tailed Godwit.
15 May 2024
Warden wildlife surveys
Our Reserve Wardens monitor the wetlands for wildlife all year around. For us to manage the wetland wildlife population effectively, we need to know what birds, insects and animals occur onsite, how many there are of each species; where they are found an
14 May 2024
His Majesty the King to remain patron of WWT
His Majesty the King has retained his patronage of WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife, following his coronation. The Royal Household opted to conduct a review of the King's patronages following his royal highness' accession, and we are very hap
13 May 2024
New Incubation & Rearing room to open soon
Arundel Wetland Centre is home to a collection of ducks and geese that tell the story of wetlands around the world. Caring for these birds has our keepers busy year 'round but especially in springtime when nesting begins. The eggs of endangered and thr
8 May 2024
100,000 nature activities completed by primary school children
Through Generation Wild, a project spearheaded by WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife, 100,000 nature activities have been completed by children who traditionally have fewer opportunities to make meaningful connections with nature. Over 35,000 c
7 May 2024
Gull watching guide
What is a seagull? Gulls are familiar to us, almost too familiar - so that many dismiss all gulls as “seagulls” not realizing the huge variety of species and sizes of gulls. Gulls are commonly seen on wetlands, and in urban areas, especially along our
4 May 2024
Super 6 for families this May
There is so much wonderful wildlife to see and activities to try during a family visit to Arundel Wetland Centre in May! With families of goslings, ducklings and chicks dotted about flowers in bloom and butterflies on the wing, there's lots to see, hear a
1 May 2024
WWT announces singer David Gray as its latest ambassador
David Gray, whose album White Ladder is one of the biggest sellers of the 21st century, has long supported wetlands and its wildlife, in particular the red-listed Eurasian Curlew, and is a committed supporter of the work of WWT. Explaining why he has b
1 May 2024
WWT unites with wildlife and climate campaigners in what could be the biggest ever march for nature
WWT is urging everyone who cares for nature to unite and march through London to Parliament Square on Saturday 22 June, with a simple demand to all political parties: Restore Nature Now. This legal demonstration aims to be the biggest gathering of peop
24 April 2024
Breeding season for the WWT Arundel collection
The breeding season is underway! Head Keeper Sam McKinlay and the Collection Team of Keepers are busy keeping a watchful eye on the birds in our WWT collection of threatened and endangered birds they care for at Arundel Wetland Centre. New Incubation a
16 April 2024
Nesting wildlife update this Spring
The joys of spring are well underway. Birds are singing, nest building and in some cases already hatching young. Treat your senses to wildflowers blooming, insects buzzing and birdsong in the air as wildlife awakens throughout the wetlands. Bring your
16 April 2024
Sand martins return to their colony at WWT Arundel
Sand martins were spotted at the nesting banks at WWT Arundel Wetland Centre on March 27. The birds have been returning each spring since 2017 to raise their young in the unique nesting banks built into the wildlife hide. Every spring, swirls of sand ma
4 April 2024