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Photo showing great crested newt

Species Recovery Programme Diaries: great crested newt

As winter strengthens its grip around Dorset, we keep our fingers crossed for more cold and dry days. Nature’s apathy for nest construction and reproduction opens a door of opportunity for the…

Bluebells in the forest with sunset - inspired by Wild Isles

Wild Isles: Dorset's grasslands

As we explore Britain and Ireland's incredible landscapes and wildlife through the BBC's fascinating new series, Wild Isles, our officers and wardens write about why these habitats are…

Angle shades

Marvellous moths

Assistant Warden for North and West Dorset, James Cartwright shares the findings of a moth trap at Bracketts Coppice near Yeovil.

Photo showing horse logging

Heavy horses get to work at Bracketts Coppice

A sensitive approach is vital when you are managing an ancient woodland such as the magical Bracketts Coppice in west Dorset. When it was decided that the time had come to create a sheltered and…