Since the gannets made landfall last week (6 February 2026), we’d love to draw more attention to this charismatic bird of Alderney.

It's the perfect time of the year to go on fungus forays. This blog puts together a list of the fungi that have been spotted and identified on Alderney in autumn and winter 2025. Common fungi…

Autumn is a fantastic time to explore fungi! Although Alderney is a small island, it boasts a diversity of fungi. Below is a list of species that AWT team members and volunteers have identified…

Camille, a former AWT volunteer, returned to Alderney, her favourite island, for her annual holiday. Drawn by Alderney’s unique history, rich biodiversity, and warm community, she shares her…

Sula's transformation into a key marine wildlife monitoring vessel highlights her important role in advancing conservation. As Sula readies for future environmental initiatives, the AWT seeks…

Sula of Braye, the Alderney Wildlife Trust's survey vessel, first arrived in the island back in 2012 and has been a major asset to the trust in the years that have followed.

As some of you may be aware, recently the island was visited by a very special (and adorable) guest…a young Grey Seal pup!

The leaves are falling, shades of orange and red are starting to shine through and scarfs and hats have emerged from closets…autumn is here!

Recently, on a brief trip to Guernsey using the Trust’s boat ‘Sula of Braye’, around twenty birds were seen gracefully gliding above the water’s surface…these were Balearic Shearwaters!

Fantastic news! The AWT have recorded a brand-new species for Alderney: the Dark Crimson Underwing!