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£50k Raised to Save Rare Bird Haven
18 Dec
Summary
- Over £50,000 was raised to expand a bird nature reserve.
- The funds will purchase six acres for grazing marsh and ponds.
- The reserve is home to threatened species like turtle doves.
Essex Wildlife Trust has successfully secured over £50,000 through a public appeal, which will facilitate the expansion of its Wrabness nature reserve. The campaign, which concluded recently, exceeded its £30,000 target, demonstrating strong public support for conservation efforts.
The acquired six acres of adjacent land will be dedicated to restoring and protecting essential habitats, including grazing marsh, ponds, and hedgerows. This initiative is crucial for providing a safe haven for rare and threatened species, such as the turtle dove and nightingale, which inhabit the reserve.
The Wrabness reserve, managed by the trust since 2006, is a testament to community engagement in environmental preservation. This expansion ensures the continued thriving of its diverse wildlife and preserves a valuable natural landscape for future generations.
