Species Survival Fund (SSF) Project Assistant, Lydia Gill, tells us about some of the smaller species found at our Lyscombe nature reserve.

Blink and you’ll miss it! Despite its bright blue and metallic copper colours, the unmistakable kingfisher can be tricky to spot. However, September is actually a fantastic time for kingfisher-…

River Catchment Manager Amanda Broom explains the remarkable come back of one of our top predators, the elusive otter.

Sophie Baker, Communications Officer for the Wildlife Trust for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire & Northamptonshire, reveals why we should celebrate, not fear, this mysterious British reptile.

Butterflies are one of our most beloved insects, bringing joy to gardens and green spaces with their whimsical beauty. In our latest blog, Lyscombe Ranger Ben Atkinson talks about some of the…

Ali Morse, The Wildlife Trusts' Water Policy Manager, delves into the recent Independent Water Commission report, and what it means for our water system.

In June 2025, a team from Dorset Wildlife Trust staff joined forces with the University of Plymouth to carry out a five-day visual and acoustic survey for cetaceans along the south coast of…

The government’s recent announcement of amendments to the Planning and Infrastructure Bill has prompted a cautious welcome from conservation groups across the country. The Bill is currently in its…

Marine Policy and Evidence Manager, Peter Tinsley talks about Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority’s 2023 Bottom-Towed Gear byelaw coming into force.

National Marine Week is back! The Wildlife Trusts’ annual celebration of all things marine runs from 26 July - 10 August, and Dorset Wildlife Trust is hosting a range of marine-themed event to…