Woodland

The Wild Bird Story

From abundance to decline to resurgence.

Red Fox

Nestled among the bluebells, a wary fox cub takes in the world—alert, curious, and full of untamed potential.

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.

Eurasian Beaver

Gracefully gliding through the waters of Knepp, this beaver embodies nature's resilience, shaping the landscape with its quiet strength and skill.

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

White Stork

Elegant and majestic, this stork soars with grace, symbolising resilience and untamed beauty in the skies.

Purple Emperor

Adorning the woodland canopies of Knepp once again after centuries of absence, the Purple Emperor butterfly, with its iridescent wings, is a symbol of recovery.

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.

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!

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.

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