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The Big Count 2026
Once a year we ask everyone to look out for a handful of species over an extended period of time for The Big Count!
The Big Count sign up
Becoming a Big Count citizen scientist might sound complicated, but it couldn’t be easier. All you need is your phone and a basic grasp of wildlife. Then, for 10 days in June, keep your eyes peeled for a handful of very special species and if you spot one (or several), snap a picture and upload it to The Big Count project on iNaturalist. First though - let's get you signed up!
Big Bat Count Taunton
The aim of the Bat Watch Taunton is to enthuse everyone about wildlife mapping and the fascinating world of bats, and to monitor changes in both the variety of bat species and the number of bats, that we have across Somerset.
The Big Count returns and Somerset Wildlife Trust asks the public to make wildlife really count
Annual citizen science event gives the public the chance to help protect local wildlife by recording the species living right on their doorsteps and in their favourite local green spaces.
The Big Count is BACK: people across Somerset encouraged to take part in popular wildlife surveying event
Somerset’s annual citizen science event, The Big Count, returns for 2025, and as many people as possible are being asked to join in and help protect their local wildlife by recording the species…
Big Wild Walk
The Big Wild Walk is The Wildlife Trusts' annual fundraising challenge! Walk 30km from 21st October and 3rd November and fundraise to protect the wildlife you love. Sign up today!
My big adventure
Poppy plays with molehills, watches deer and birds, and nestles in the trunks of ancient trees to get in touch with her roots. Poppy's father was an inspirational Restoration Officer at the…
My big adventure
When Rowan visits Sydenham Hill Wood, every puddle, tree and trail is part of the adventure. And his dad quite likes playing along too.
News & publications
Read our exciting news and publications about Somerset Wildlife Trust and our amazing wildlife.
Exciting new wildlife count from Somerset Wildlife Trust and SERC launches to help make wildlife really count
The Big Count 2022 runs from June 17th – 26th, offering the public the chance to help protect local wildlife by recording the species living right on their doorsteps and in their favourite local…
Big gardening projects
You can find some great ideas and resources for larger garden projects like digging a wildlife pond, creating a mini meadow or planting a tree here!