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Essex Wildlife Trust urges members of the public to help wildlife in the hot weather this summer. The hot weather brings with it problems for wildlife, including drying up water sources and causing animals to overheat. It can also make food scarcer, including plants, which may die, and worms that bury deep into the soil. The public can help protect wildlife in the heat by following these steps: Provide enough water – Water sources will help many species to drink, bathe and cool down. For example, birds need water to bathe to keep their feathers in good condition, so top up the […]

No Mow May is a national campaign to encourage people not to mow their lawns until the end of May in order to boost the flowers, and nectar, for wildlife. The Centre is leaving our front lawn uncut for the month in support of this campaign.