Learn about Cornwall’s dolphins and porpoises
Cornwall is among the best places in the UK to see dolphins and porpoises, and is home to one of the few resident pods of bottlenose dolphins left off the British Isles.
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Cornwall’s coastal and marine wildlife is so essential to our economy, our well being and enjoyment of a beautiful Cornwall but it is under pressure. Marine wildlife needs our help and respect.
Seven year high for strandings of whales, dolphins and porpoises on UK beaches
A total of 4,896 harbour porpoises, dolphins and whales (cetaceans) were reported washed up on UK shorelines between 1 January 2011 and 31 December 2017, according to a seven-year review published…
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Cornwall Coastal Data Hub
The Cornwall Coastal Data Hub aims to be a central location for exploring marine based digital map data for Cornwall and The Isles of Scilly. The Cornwall Coastal Data Hub will provide a variety of ecological and environmental focused coastal and marine data which can inform and contribute to environmental planning, management, and protection across the county.
Coastal
Coastal habitats are found wherever the land meets the sea. With some 17,800km, the UK has one of the longest national coastlines in Europe. The coast is home to many habitats, with cliffs, rocky…
Coastal Partnerships
The Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Marine and Coastal Partnership has now officially launched, as of February 22nd 2024. This partnership is currently being led by the Cornwall Wildlife Trust with funding from the Environment Agency (EA) through the 3C's project fund; Rewilding Britain; Cornwall Council; and Natural England, with input from a steering group which includes the EA, Cornwall Council, Cornwall Catchment Partnership and Natural England.
Become a Citizen Scientist for Cornwall’s Dolphins
Following the past success of the South West Bottlenose Dolphin Consortium in collating the evidence to prove that we have a resident pod of bottlenose dolphins around Cornwall, scientists from…
Humpback whales seen breaching off Cornwall's coast as Trust's marine team hope for winter sightings surge
Several sightings of humpback whales have been filmed off the coast of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly this week.
Official launch of the Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Marine and Coastal Partnership (CIoS MCP)
This launch of an important new partnership in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly saw organisations from across various sectors come together to collaborate and discuss the key issues affecting our…
Six things we learnt about Bottlenose Dolphins at 'Wildlife Matters LIVE - Cornwall's Bottlenose Dolphins'
Cornwall is among the best places to see dolphins, including the most familiar of them all – the bottlenose dolphin! With their large sickle-shaped fins, stubby beaks and habit of surfing the…
Mounts Bay Marine Trail
Journey along the Mounts Bay Marine Trail and explore the iconic coast path through Newlyn, Penzance and Marazion. Discover the interactive features and find out about the history, wildlife and stories of the bay.