In the UK, our position at the junction of continents and temperature zones makes us globally important for migratory birds, and WWT’s ten wetland sites across the country are set right at the heart of the action.
Most of our wetland sites have collections of non-native wildlife telling the story of wetlands around the world. Some are part of international breeding programmes. Others test prototype tracking equipment for research. Our aviculturists develop unrivalled skills in rearing rare species – which they use to save species from extinction in the wild.
Sir Peter Scott created the world’s first wetland centre at Slimbridge in 1946. He knew that being immersed in nature is good for us mentally and physically, as many studies have shown. So instead of fencing off our beautiful landscapes, we help you get closer to nature at our reserves.
Each of our wetland reserves has been carefully managed to help fight the decline of wildlife and the natural landscape. From grass length to tree height and pool depth, everything is considered with nature in mind. You’ll never look at a pond in the same way again.
Habitat creation was one of the most significant drivers of positive change for the UK’s wildlife, predominantly through the creation of new wetland sites.
State of Nature Report 2016
Immerse yourself in the natural world and support our conservation work at one of our 10 sites across the UK.
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