Wild Data
Welcome to Knepp’s Knowledge Hub
Explore 21+ years of species and environmental surveys from one of the UK’s leading rewilding projects. Dive into interactive stories, uncover hidden biodiversity trends, and see how nature thrives when given the freedom to recover.
Our World of Data
The Wild Data Project
Dear friends,
Welcome to our new Wild Data platform. Here, we open up two decades of insight gathered across the Knepp Wilding. This year, the Wilding project turns 21. This new platform celebrates this coming-of-age, turning traditional reports into an interactive space to learn and explore rewilding. We hope it will highlight the hidden patterns held in the ecosystems here at Knepp and prompt you to delve into your own local landscapes.
As our nature crisis deepens, data can guide us towards a more profound understanding of the systems that sustain human life. It gives us the means to monitor change over time, to track the losses and the gains. But we need to be the storytellers. We invite you to explore, understand and share this knowledge so it can play a part in igniting a new era of nature recovery.
Featured Stories
Stories weave a tapestry of Knepp’s diverse experiences, capturing scientific adventures and personal encounters with the wild. Ranging in length and detail, these journalistic pieces offer a narrative bridge between the structured reports and the more succinct spotlights. Here, you’ll find amalgamations of multiple surveys, unexpected tales, and a diverse range of content for audiences of all kinds. Dive into these stories to witness the ever-evolving and enchanting narrative of Knepp’s rewilding journey.
January 24, 2025
The Wild Bird Story
From abundance to decline to resurgence.
January 24, 2025
The Wild Bird Story
From abundance to decline to resurgence.
January 23, 2025
Red Fox
Nestled among the bluebells, a wary fox cub takes in the world—alert, curious, and full of untamed potential.
January 23, 2025
Red Deer
A red deer stag stands alert, his antlers reflecting the morning light, a key species within the thriving ecosystem of the Knepp Estate.
January 21, 2025
Eurasian Beaver
Gracefully gliding through the waters of Knepp, this beaver embodies nature's resilience, shaping the landscape with its quiet strength and skill.
January 21, 2025
Turtle Dove
Nestled on an old oak branch, the turtle dove rests in quiet beauty, its soft plumage and gentle gaze symbolising hope for Britain’s rarest dove
Species Spotlights
If you’re looking for bite-sized adventures into Knepp’s biodiversity, Species Spotlights are your guide. Offering a more accessible approach, these short-form pieces distill information from larger surveys and reports. Featuring captivating image galleries and interactive data visualizations, these spotlights cater to a casual audience. Perfect for those seeking a quick immersion into the beauty and diversity of Knepp’s wildlife, these spotlights are an invitation to explore and connect with the rewilding journey.
Surveys & Reports
These comprehensive reports are a deep dive into the scientific backbone of Knepp’s rewilding story. Tailored for academics, researchers, and land managers, they meticulously detail survey methodologies and results, often including external references. For those eager to engage further, some reports feature Power BI visualizations—dynamic tools allowing users to interact with the data. Whether you’re an academic scrutinizing methodologies or a curious explorer, these reports provide a nuanced understanding of Knepp’s ecological tapestry.
September 20, 2023
The Purple Emperor at Knepp (2023)
Discover the magic of the Purple Emperor at Knepp, where Britain’s most elusive butterfly put on a spectacular show in 2023.
November 1, 2022
Large Herbivore Review for Knepp
Explore how Knepp’s large herbivores - from Tamworth pigs to Longhorn cattle - drive biodiversity, seed dispersal, and habitat creation in this inspiring rewilding project.
October 10, 2022
The Large Tortoiseshell at Knepp (2022)
Discover the return of the elusive Large Tortoiseshell butterfly at Knepp, with confirmed breeding and sightings in 2022—a thrilling highlight for wildlife enthusiasts!
October 16, 2021
Harvest Mouse Survey (2021)
Discover how volunteers at Knepp surveyed for the elusive harvest mouse, gained essential field skills, and contributed to conservation efforts in this 2021 report.
January 23, 2021
Fungi of the Knepp Castle Estate (2021)
Discover the fascinating fungal world of Knepp Estate. This report explores the increasing diversity of fungi found since rewilding began.