Blog: Wildlife Conservation

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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…

Robin fledgling

Take action for wildlife: February

There are plenty of small actions we can take to benefit wildlife, but where do you start? In our new blog series Wilder Communities Assistant, Mitch Perkins shares some simple tips so that you…

Harvest mouse

Mice to meet you!

Mammal expert Stuart Edmunds introduces the four species of mice you can see in the UK.

Thistle, ragwort and poppies at Wild Woodbury

Wild Woodbury: Two years on

We find out just how much difference 24 months make as we take a look at Wild Woodbury: Two years on.

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…

Bluebells in the forest with sunset - inspired by Wild Isles

Wild Isles: Dorset's woodlands

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…