Discover Wildlife and Heritage on the Lizard peninsula
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Unique and wildlife rich
Flower-rich meadows, rolling heaths, windswept cliffs, marine life above and below the waves, woods, freshwater ponds and streams…put them together and all these different habitats are why The Lizard is so special for wildlife.
Known especially for its unique and abundant flora and wide landscapes, you will also find birds, mammals, invertebrates, reptiles, amphibians and, of course, a multitude of marine life. Explore further to find out more about the extraordinary natural world of The Lizard.
Botanical riches
The Lizard is not only a favourite UK destination for birdwatching: you can also enjoy seeing a wealth of other marine and land species.
Botanical riches
Find out how humans have helped shape the unique landscape and habitats of The Lizard for thousands of years.
Lizard Wildlife
The Lizard is known for its wonderful flora, but it is also home to many other species, from dragonflies and butterflies to mammals and amphibians. Investigate our species profiles to help you identify any plants and animals you spot.
About us
Welcome to Natural Lizard, the website of the Linking The Lizard Countryside Partnership. This is your one-stop shop for information about wildlife, conservation and enjoying the ‘outdoors' on The Lizard Peninsula, in Cornwall.
We are working together to ensure that the land in our care is managed in a coordinated, sustainable and inclusive way that benefits people, wildlife and cultural heritage. We also work to build both flexibility and resilience in the face of increasing environmental, social and economic pressures, such as climate change and the changing face of agriculture.
Our work
National Nature Reserve(NNR)
Get involved and Groundswell
Volunteering with us is a great way to spend time outdoors and discover some of our special places, while doing ‘good stuff’ for people and nature. We have a range of opportunities on offer,..
Conservation and land management
Together, we work hard to look after and enhance biodiversity on The Lizard. Conservation managers, landowners and farmers all play an important role.
Research and publications
It does not take a genius to know that the more we know about our nature reserve and associated land the better we can care for it. People have been recording and researching....