Water vole © Terry Whittaker/2020VISION
Wildlife
Protecting wildlife in Leicestershire and Rutland
Leicestershire and Rutland are home to some incredible plants and animals. From ospreys to otters, badgers to bumblebees, wildflowers to wildfowl and red kites to red foxes, thousands of species make their home right in the heart of the UK in our two counties.
Our Nature Reserves, Living Landscapes and conservation projects directly help vulnerable species to survive and thrive, restoring wildlife and making space for nature.
Ospreys Pandion Haliaetus nesting in Manton Bay Rutland Water July - David Tipling/2020VISION
The Rutland Ospreys
Rutland Water is home to the Rutland Osprey Project. In the summer, you can watch them at their nest site on Lyndon Nature Reserve, soaring majestically over the lagoons or diving to catch fish on an exclusive Osprey Cruise.
Take action for wildlife
Sadly, much of our wildlife is in decline across the UK. As many as 15% of our native species could face extinction. That's why we all need to do our bit for wildlife. We've pulled together the best ways that you can take action for wildlife on your doorstep. We've got some top tips to transform any garden into a wildlife paradise; some little changes you can make to your lifestyle that are better for the environment; and even ideas for combating climate change.
WildNet - Tom Marshall
Help wildlife at home
Find out how the little things can add up to a big difference for wildlife
Brown Hare Lepus europaeus in Ox-eye Daisies Norfolk summer - David Tipling/2020VISION
