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How to provide bushes for nesting birds
In the spring, birds choose the best locations to build nests, so why not offer them a safe place to settle?
Bush vetch
A scrambling plant, Bush vetch has lilac-blue flowers. It is a member of the pea family and can be seen along woodland edges and roadside verges, and on scrubland and grassland.
Identify birds of prey
Identify garden birds
Protecting nesting birds on Dorset heaths
From March to July, people are asked to keep dogs on leads and stay on the paths to protect nesting birds on Dorset's heaths. Our guest author, Dr Lesley Haskins tells us about these special…
Identifying Birds by Sight and Sound
Whether you're new to birding or have some previous experience, join Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Conservation Officer, Hamish Murray on a birding exploration around Kingcombe NNR.
Identifying Birds by Sight and Sound
Whether you're new to birding or have some previous experience, join Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Conservation Officer, Hamish Murray on a birding exploration around Kingcombe NNR.
How to feed birds in your garden
Find out how to attract birds into your garden all year round.
How to make a Christmas wreath for birds
With food, water and shelter scarce over the winter months, give your garden birds a treat with an edible Christmas wreath.
Spring Birds of Chesil, The Fleet and Portland Harbour
Discover the variety of waders and migrating birds visiting Chesil, the Fleet Lagoon and Portland Harbour in spring.
Gorse shieldbug
As the name suggests, this large shieldbug is often found on gorse bushes.