Resources

The European mink (Mustela lutreola) is among Europe’s most threatened mammals, having experienced a steep decline in both numbers and range over the past century. Once widespread across Romania and much of Eastern and Central Europe, it now survives in only a few fragmented populations, with the Danube Delta holding Romania’s last confirmed stronghold. This isolated population remains under conservation monitoring, but its singular existence leaves the species highly vulnerable to extinction from disease, environmental disasters, pollution, and climate change impacts.

This feasibility study assessed habitat availability, connectivity, and potential threats for European mink reintroduction in Romania, focusing on the River Mureş watershed in the southern Carpathians, where a small remnant population may persist.

A guide for householders on pine martens and how to avoid issues such as denning in loft spaces.

This guidance document describes how to attach a Vincent Wildlife Trust (VWT) pine marten den box to the trunk

Regular monitoring is an important part of pine marten conservation, particularly as populations expand into new areas, as it can help inform and prioritise conservation activities. This guide outlines best practice when using feeder boxes and trail cameras.

New report highlights key potential corridors and barriers affecting the movement of the lesser horseshoe bat across its range in Ireland and offers practical actions to enhance connectivity and  improve the landscape for this rare species.

VWT is celebrating 50 Years of making an impact for threatened mammals in Britain, Ireland and mainland Europe while looking ahead to the future challenges and opportunities.