What do birds, insects and hedgehogs have in common?
Answer: These are the species (and groups of species) that Sussex survey respondents most appreciate and enjoy seeing where they live. They are also the species respondents feel are most at risk.
Your views on the state of wildlife in Sussex
To enable local people to contribute to the two Local Nature Recovery Strategies being developed for Sussex, a public survey canvassed their views and observations regarding environmental issues. The survey ran between February and June 2024 and collected 1,834 responses from residents of East Sussex, Brighton & Hove and West Sussex.
In July 2024, a report that summarised survey respondents' views and observations related to habitats in Sussex was published on this site and helped to inform Sussex LNRS priorities for nature's recovery. Read the habitats report.
A new report shares how local people feel when they see species, what they’ve noticed about these species over time, and what they’re most concerned about.
Read the species report to find out:
- Which of over 300 species identified in the survey only received one mention?
- Of which species have respondents observed a devestating decrease in numbers, and which species seem to be thriving?
- What are the key pressures on Sussex species that respondents have noticed and what changes would they like to see in the future.
Hedgehog image © Darin Smith - Sussex Wildlife Trust