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(Young) People Power
Our Youth Rangers have been making a big difference out on the nature reserve. Find out how just eleven people, and tonnes of enthusiasm, have made it happen.
One of Britain’s rare mammals
Water Vole numbers have declined by 90% in Britain over the last 30 years. Thankfully the population at Rye Harbour Nature Reserve is thriving. Barry Yates, Chair of the Friends of Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, explains why.
Protecting our native wildlife: controlling American Mink
Our native species are at risk from a multitude of threats, one of them being the non-native and invasive American Mink.
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