Dorset’s waterways are under threat from pollution, development and climate change. By restoring wetlands and rivers across Dorset and everyone doing their bit to save water at home and in the garden, we can create more space for water - and wildlife.

Beavers are back in Dorset and are thriving in their enclosed site. They have been busy building dams and the first kits to be born in Dorset for 400 years.

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Both native species of seals can be seen in Dorset's seas. Have you spotted a seal on Dorset's coast? Let us know at Dorset Wildlife Trust!

Dorset's rivers including the globally rare chalk streams support an extraordinary array of wildlife, including a huge range of aquatic insects. River valleys contain highly important wetlands, including wet woodlands and flower-rich meadows, home to wildfowl and wading birds. Our work to protect and restore river habitats ranges from working with farmers and landowners to training water guardians to monitor their local stretch of river.

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Discover all about dolphins in Dorset.

Discover the amazing jellyfish found off the Dorset coast

Dorset Wild Rivers is a partnership initiative taking a catchment approach to delivering biodiversity enhancements that support freshwater environments in Dorset.