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Putting the ethical in taxidermy
So what is ethical taxidermy? Jazmine Miles-Long believes it’s a way into teaching people about conservation, climate change, biodiversity and an understanding of how precious life is.

Behind the lens: Rachel Bigsby
We’re celebrating the work of Rachel Bigsby; an award-winning wildlife photographer who grew up in Sussex and developed a big love for seabirds.

Bird ringing provides clues to migration
David King, Ranger and bird ringing enthusiast, tells us what recent data has revealed about the migration routes of Warblers.

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Wildlife Sightings: February 2025
In February, two of our iconic breeding birds returned. Find out more about them and the other species that were seen last month.

Celebrating the female of the species
This International Women’s Day, we hear about the special connection five women have with the nature reserve.

Introducing the Friends: Christine George, Events Coordinator
Meet Christine George, Trustee and Events Coordinator for the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.

Eastbourne Local Group - February events 2025
Rye visit and bumblebees. Find out what the Eastbourne Local Group has been getting up to

Love is in the air
The Slow Worm, Cockchafer and Sweat Bee might not be associated with romance, but they’ve made it on to the list of species that our staff love.

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve Wildlife Sightings: January 2025
January got off to a great start, with several sightings of Humpback Whale along the coast. The bird of the month was a Hooded Crow; a rare winter visitor to the nature reserve.

Meet our volunteers: Candy Cridland
Get to know Candy Cridland, an Education and Welcome & Information Desk Volunteer at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve.