Stock dove
The stock dove looks very much like the woodpigeon, but without the white neck and wing patches. It can be spotted in woodlands and parks, and on farmland in winter, but rarely visits our gardens…
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Dorset Beaver Project
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.
Volunteering in west Dorset: Mary Civil
Mary Civil tells us about her experience volunteering with Dorset Wildlife Trust in west Dorset. We're saying thank you to Mary and all our volunteers this Volunteers' Week 2021.
Volunteering in west Dorset: Kevin Rogers
West Dorset volunteer Kevin Rogers reflects on volunteering for Dorset Wildlife Trust and what it means to him. This week (1-7 June) is Volunteers' Week and we're saying thank you to…
Dorset's Seals
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 and catchments
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.
Dorset Seasearch
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Dorset Dolphins
Discover all about dolphins in Dorset.
Dorset Jellyfish
Discover the amazing jellyfish found off the Dorset coast
Protecting Dorset's heathland wildlife
With decades of experience studying Dorset’s heathland, Dr Lesley Haskins explains why heather habitats are so vital — and why ground nesting birds need our protection more than ever.
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…
Wild Isles: Dorset's freshwater
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…