Water stick insect
The water stick insect looks just like a mantis. An underwater predator, it uses its front legs to catch its prey. Its tail acts as a kind of 'snorkel', so it can breathe in the water.…
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Protecting insect species in Essex
It was worrying to hear further news of insect decline earlier this year; it is reported that more than 40% of insect species are declining and a third are endangered.
Local group events
Local group events
Opening and Events at Warley Place
Opening and Events at Warley Place
60th Anniversary Events
To celebrate the Trust 60th Anniversary we organising a selection of one special events.
House mouse
The tiny, grey-brown house mouse is one of our most successful mammals. It thrives around buildings but is less likely to be found in our houses these days due to better construction.
Action for Insects
We can change the future of insects. Starting right now, learn how to make small changes to help these fascinating creatures.
Sanding up for Essex’s insects
Essex Wildlife Trust takes action for insects in Essex by creating new vital sand bank habitat at their Two Tree Island nature reserve
House martin
As its name suggests, the house martin can be spotted nesting in the eaves of houses in our towns and villages. Its intricate mud nests take days to build and are often returned to and used in…
Helping reverse the decline in insect pollinators – in our own gardens!
Campaigns Volunteer, Sue, tells us why sowing wildflower seeds should definitely be on your to-do list this month.
New bug splatter app to reveal more about insect populations
Drivers and passengers asked to count bugs squashed on registration plates after a journey