Alderney Puffin nests almost trebled since 2005
The number of Puffin nests in Alderney has almost trebled since the island's wildlife trust starting monitoring the animals in 2005.
Alderney Wildlife Trust said the latest Puffin Survey found 330 active nests on Burhou compared to the 120 initially recorded in the first study.
The trust released the figures along with other data collected in its annual review.
Trust CEO, Roland Gauvain said that while the number of puffin nests was good news, the animals were still vulnerable.
The trust completed various surveys throughout 2024.
These included recording 6180 moths,16 crab population assessments and 10 beach cleans and litter picks.
"2024 has been a year of success as we navigate new ways of working which will have a positive impact on our island for years to come and enables us to deliver our goal of ensuring our Wildlife and Community are thriving, together," said Mr Gauvain.
"Thanks go to our members, volunteers and staff for their ongoing support, which enables us to look to a future where we can bring nature closer to residents of all ages through community collaboration."
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