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Montagu’s sea snail

Although, commonly referred to as a ‘sea snail,’ this species in fact belongs to the fish family!

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Green sea urchin

This small, round sea urchin is (unsurprisingly!) green in colour and can be found on rocky shores around the UK.

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Phosphorescent sea pen

This colonial creature looks like an old-fashioned quill - that's where the name sea pen comes from.

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Welsh Language Walks

At The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales, we’re passionate about using the Welsh language to connect people with Welsh wildlife. Whatever your ability, we have a range of events where you can learn more about wildlife in Welsh.
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Black sea bream

The black sea bream really is a fascinating fish. From sex changes to nest building, this fish is full of surprises!

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Lightbulb sea squirt

The lightbulb sea squirt is common around much of the UK. Its easy to see where its name came from!

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Sentinels of the Sea - Marine

WTSWW’s marine monitoring work gathers evidence for critical datasets, used to strengthen the resilience of Wales’ network of protected marine sites and the protection of the marine species found within these sites. Long-term, uninterrupted datasets are particularly important to assess broad population trends, filling knowledge gaps, and informing decisions about use of the marine environment.
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Great northern diver

This hefty diving bird is a winter visitor to the UK, where it can be seen around the coast or occasionally on large inland lakes.