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We’d like to share this informative article by the British Hedgehog Preservation Society 🦔 Juvenile hedgehogs can have a harder time getting through winter than adults. Please read for advice on what to look out for and when to call the rescue helpline buff.ly/40otqf6

@Bolesworth_ Equestrian is running a hybrid auction on Monday November 18th, featuring exclusive charity lots to support Nature’s SAFE, including: 🦌 A private tour of Watatunga Wildlife Reserve 🪂 An exhilarating tandem skydive For more info, visit: boleswortheliteauctions.com

COP16 has resulted in the landmark decision to create a new body within the CBD to represent the interests of indigenous peoples. However, key decisions on conservation funding have been postponed until the next COP. Read our takeaways from COP16: natures-safe.com/cop16/ #cop16

Only build your bonfire on the day you plan to light it. Move it a few meters just before lighting. Always, always check your bonfire pile before lighting! For more information, check out this great article by the British Hedgehog Preservation Society: britishhedgehogs.org.uk/rememberhedgeh…

Our newsletter this month is full of tips to help hedgehogs as they go into hibernation. 🦔 🍂 To see the full list, sign up to our email newsletter at: eepurl.com/hFhG-j 📧 A few times a year, we'll be in contact updates about what we've been up to.

Wondering what to leave out for the hedgehogs in your garden? Meaty wet cat food is a great option, or you can take the guesswork out with a special-made hedgehog food like this one from our friends at Brambles: bramblespaw.co.uk/products/ And always leave out fresh water!

A new paper by Ashlee Hutchinson and colleagues explores the use of stem cell technologies in wildlife conservation. This paper highlights the need to integrate these technologies with habitat preservation efforts to prevent species extinction. doi.org/10.1242/dev.20…

Since 1970, monitored wildlife populations have declined by an average of 73%. To reverse these declines, we must continue to work together to protect habitats, preserve healthy species, and restore populations where needed. 🔗 Read more: zsl.org/news-and-event…

A heartfelt thank you to everyone from Thomas Adams School who participated in this delightful afternoon tea fundraiser in July! Your efforts raised an impressive £574.61 for Nature's SAFE. We're so inspired to see the younger generation taking an interest in conservation 🦋

Winter is on it’s way, and that means it’s a pretty important time for wildlife here in the UK. Around October, hedgehogs start going into hibernation - so now is the time to give them a helping hand with some extra food and a safe winter home. Read more: linkedin.com/posts/natures-…

Thank you to Bova UK Specials, who raised £682 for us this year at the BEVA conference. Your ongoing support is very much appreciated!

Read more about this climb and what it is fundraising for at: natures-safe.com/ns-africa/ Thank you so much to our corporate sponsors [A.C. Jackson Ltd, Test Him, Bova Specials UK Ltd, Care Fertility, Waterhouse Feeds, and Duggan Veterinary Ltd. And to Bequestrian for clothing!

And they’re off! Take a look at our first video update from the team currently climbing Mt Kilimanjaro, featuring a pretty spectacular sunrise. Remember, you can still sponsor: Verity & Zoé: bit.ly/VeritySmithand… Tullis: bit.ly/TullisMountKil… Tony: bit.ly/TonyMountKilim…

You can also sponsor Trustee Tony Noble or Founder Tullis Matson at the links below - take your pick! Tullis: bit.ly/TullisMountKil… Tony: bit.ly/TonyMountKilim…

This week, four members of the Nature’s SAFE team are climbing Mt Kilimanjaro - and there is still time to sponsor them! The team includes one of our Ambassadors, Verity Smith, international dressage champion who is showing the world that #BlindGirlsCan bit.ly/VeritySmithand…

The Mountain bongo is Critically Endangered. As of 2016, only 80 individuals survived in the wild. We store samples to maintain the genetic diversity of existing populations of Mountain bongos to aid long-term survival. Read more here: natures-safe.com/species/mounta…

Bova UK is supporting us at the BEVA conference this week by donating £1 for each time an attendee scans this QR code at their stand - and they also have a givetap machine where you can make a personal donation of your choosing! Stop by, say hi, and do a good deed for nature 🐧

Another exciting project for us this year was helping to establish a cryopreservation lab in Japan, dedicated to preserving native species. With successful projects in India and Japan, we're thrilled to continue expanding our #globalimpact Learn more: natures-safe.com/ns-africa/

This project is just one step towards ensuring the future of our planet’s biodiversity. Now, we're getting ready to take the next step to extend our work abroad. Discover more here: natures-safe.com/ns-africa/

Over the past year, Nature's SAFE has been working to expand our global impact. In December 2023, our expert team travelled to India to transfer knowledge and help establish a cryopreservation lab to safeguard native wildlife. #conservationinaction #keepnaturesafe