A reptile survey that took place at Grève de Lecq this week unveiled a surprise sighting of a rare species.
Senior ecologist Louise from the National Trust for Jersey discovered a Jersey bank vole.
In a post on social media, the charity said: “These elusive little mammals are typically found in woodlands, hedgerows, and grasslands, where they create underground burrows.
“They are a relatively rare species in Jersey, hence they have been classed as a protected species under the Wildlife (Jersey) Law 2021.”
The Jersey bank vole is a reddish coloured mammal with a light cream to silvery grey underside with small eyes and ears and a short tail, half the length of its body.
The National Trust added: “Bank voles play an important role in the food chain and help maintain healthy soil through their burrowing activity. Their presence is a good indicator of a thriving natural habitat.
“Grève de Lecq continues to be a vital site for ecological monitoring, and moments like this remind us why protecting Jersey’s wildlife is so important.”