New marine species spotted at Kimmeridge
Dorset Wildlife Trust marine wardens have reported sightings of two species that are indicators of climate change at Kimmeridge in the last few weeks: the anemone shrimp and furrowed crab.
Dorset Wildlife Trust marine wardens have reported sightings of two species that are indicators of climate change at Kimmeridge in the last few weeks: the anemone shrimp and furrowed crab.
Our largest starfish, the spiny starfish can reach an impressive diameter of 70cm!
A most familiar seashore inhabitant, the common starfish truly lives up to its name in UK seas and rockpools!
Brittle stars, sea urchins and other starfish will want to stay out of the way of this speedy carnivorous starfish!
The Bloody henry starfish is normally a bright purply-red colour and is found all around the UK.
Join us for a special Easter rockpool ramble in Kimmeridge Bay to discover wildlife on the seashore.
Improvements are now completed enhancing pedestrian access links between the refurbished Fine Foundation Wild Seas Centre at Kimmeridge Bay and the Etches Collection Fossil Museum in the village…
Wild Seas Centre Officer, Julie Hatcher tells us about the hardy wildflowers of Kimmeridge - and why they survive in a harsh environment.
A guided walk along the seashore at Kimmeridge, learning how to identify some common seaweeds and carry out a simple survey.
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…