Spotting an adder in Cornwall is a rare treat for wildlife enthusiasts. As Britain’s only venomous snake, the adder (Vipera berus) has an air of mystery about it; often misunderstood, yet beautifully adapted to the wild landscapes of Cornwall’s coast and countryside. Although sightings are uncommon, there are a few places where patient observers may […]
Lately, I’ve been spending several hours tracking the Humpback Whales and dolphins that have been visiting West Cornwall, drawn by the plentiful fish in the area. St Ives Bay has been a hotspot for activity, but I decided to head to Lands End for a change of scenery. After a couple of hours of patient […]
Ten years ago, spotting an Atlantic Bluefin Tuna off the Cornish coast was a rare rumour. Today, it is one of the world’s great wildlife spectacles. Every autumn, these “super-predators”—some growing to the size of a small car—return to the waters around Land’s End to hunt. Seeing the ocean boil as hundreds of giant tuna smash into bait balls is an adrenaline rush usually reserved for nature documentaries.