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Nature Reserve

Lytchett Bay

An internationally important area of Poole Harbour managed in partnership with Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC); part of The Great Heath Living Landscape.

Species

Bird cherry

The bird cherry can be found in wet woodlands and along streams in upland areas, in particular. Its fragrant blossom appears in April and is followed by bitter, black fruits - good for wildlife,…

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Bird ID Course

Learn about the different bird species you might spot in Dorset's habitats in spring!
News

Nurdles washed up at Kimmeridge Bay

With the aftermath of the oil spill in Poole Harbour still being monitored, visitors and staff at Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Fine Foundation Wild Seas Centre at Kimmeridge Bay are reporting a large…

Species

Bird's-nest orchid

The Bird's-nest orchid gets its name from its nest-like tangle of roots. Unlike other green plants, it doesn’t get its energy from sunlight. Instead, it grows as a parasite on tree roots, so…

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Chesil Winter Bird Walk

Join us for a guided bird walk to spot some of the winter birds found along Chesil Beach and Fleet Lagoon.

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Common bird's-foot-trefoil

Common bird's-foot-trefoil has a vareity of names that conjure up some interesting images: 'Eggs and Bacon', for instance! Its small, yellow, slipper-like flowers can be seen in all…

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Oil rig is an unacceptable risk for Poole Bay

Despite secrecy over its operations, Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) has learnt that the Corallian Colter Exploratory oil rig is arriving in Dorset any day now to commence 38 days of drilling for oil…