Vincent Wildlife Trust
Vincent Wildlife Trust (VWT) has been at the forefront of mammal conservation in Britain and Ireland for more than 40 years. The Trust’s work currently centres on some of the rarer bats, notably the horseshoe bats, together with a number of small carnivore species, including the pine marten, polecat and other members of the mustelid family. VWT’s innovative work has helped provide solutions to conservation issues locally and internationally.
Recent articles by Vincent Wildlife Trust
Horseshoe bats guide: how to identify, where they live, and how they are making a comeback
There are two species of horseshoe bat native to Britain: the greater horseshoe bat and the lesser horseshoe bat. Both species are now showing signs of recovery after catastrophic declines during the 20th century. Find out more in this expert guide from Vincent Wildlife Trust.
European polecat guide: species facts, how to identify, and the threats they face
Although they are present across Wales, much of England and parts of Scotland, polecats are elusive and rarely seen. Our expert guide by the Vincent Wildlife Trust takes a look at this marvellous mustelid.
Pine marten guide: diet, habitat and why they are rare
In our expert guide by the Vincent Wildlife Trust, learn about one of Britain's most elusive mammals - pine martens. Find out why their populations declined, and what's being done to help them.