A report released by the Wildlife Trusts this week has revealed that there are no less than nine wildlife hotspots along our stunning Welsh coastline that need to be protected so that the sea life that lives in our seas can grow, thrive and remain for many generations to come.

The Wildlife Trust is concerned that human activity could hugely damage the seas off our coasts, and that steps should be taken to protect them. We are incredibly lucky to live and work so close to such a stunning coastline, and we firmly believe that it should be protected and preserved so that we can all continue to enjoy the wildlife and scenery that we are blessed with.

The main wildlife hotspots are:

1. Llyn Peninsula
2. Cardigan Bay
3. Pembrokeshire Marine
4. North and West Anglesey
5. Areas around Celtic Deep (off the coast of Pembrokeshire)
6. St George’s Channel (between Pembrokeshire and Ireland)

The Wildlife Trusts believe that these areas are in danger from human intervention, such as pollution, marine development, leisure activities and over-fishing. All of the coastal areas around Wales are famed for their huge range of sea and wildlife. Porpoise, seals, bottlenose dolphins, fin whale and even the occasional leatherback turtles are all frequent visitors.

Without these marine mammals, the coasts of Wales would be a sadder place, so it’s time to Protect Welsh Sea Life and ensure that these beautiful creatures, and our stunning coastline, live a long and happy life.

You can read more about the report and the campaign by the Wildlife Trust here