Flagship species in Suffolk

Targeted action for some of Suffolk's most recognisable and vulnerable wildlife is helping turn around their fortunes in the county. Discover more about these special species, and find out what you can do to help.

If the species you are interested in is not featured here, please see our Species Explorer.

Lapwing - David Longshaw

Lapwing - David Longshaw

Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Male stag beetle by Steve Aylward

Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Great crested newt

Nightingale - Chris Gomersall

Nightingale - Chris Gomersall

Hedgehogs - Jon Hawkins/Surrey Hills Photography

Hedgehogs - Jon Hawkins/Surrey Hills Photography

Swifts by Bill Baston

Swifts by Bill Baston

Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Water vole - Terry Whittaker

Dormouse Suffolk Wildlife Trust

Dormouse by Catpaws

Skylark by Amy Lewis

Skylark by Amy Lewis

Yellowhammer by Amy Lewis

Yellowhammer by Amy Lewis

Hoverfly by Chris Gomersall

Hoverfly by Chris Gomersall