09:16, 09 December 2024
Words by Abi Scaife, Staff Writer, London
Water voles are returning to the west of England for the first time in 20 years.
Water voles are small rodents with brown fur, little ears and a furry tail - their population has declined by 97% since the 1970s, but now, thanks to an amazing project, they are beginning to return.
Already, there is evidence that the water voles are beginning to breed - meaning that their population will, hopefully, soon be improving in leaps and bounds.
The reintroduction of water voles is part of a wider project that is restoring and protecting their habitat and bodes well for the future of the western UK landscape.
At Smiley Movement, we like to elevate the work of charities across the world. Here are three charities whose causes align with the themes in this article.
Wildlife Justice Commission. This international foundation works to end animal trafficking around the globe. Find out more here.
Born Free. This is a wildlife conservation charity that’s passionate about wild animal welfare and Compassionate Conservation. Find out more here.
The Orangutan Project. This is a project run by two non-profits with one mission: to ensure the survival of all orangutan species in their natural habitat and promote the welfare of all orangutans. Support them here.
This article aligns with the UN SDGs Life on Land and Life Below Water.
