Wildlife
Animal Magic - Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage, Sri Lanka
July 11th 2011
Flatulent bubble baths, splashes and showers: Karen Bowerman watches a herd of seventy elephants enjoy bath time at Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage, Sri Lanka...
Animal Magic - Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage, Sri Lanka
July 11th 2011
Flatulent bubble baths, splashes and showers: Karen Bowerman watches a herd of seventy elephants enjoy bath time at Pinnewala Elephant Orphanage, Sri Lanka...
Enjoy the Dawn Chorus
April 21st 2011
If you want take up birdwatching then listen up, says the RSPB’s Nick Tomlinson
Springtime Foraging
April 13th 2011
Spring is the time to start foraging for nature’s free food, according to Dorset Wildlife Trust. With hedgerows, fields and woods bursting with life, there are delicious rewards for those who are prepared to look for them...
Snowy Owl enjoys the Arctic temperatures!
December 20th 2010
For many people the recent snow fall has caused great inconvenience, and the plummeting temperatures have proved to be most uncomfortable. However, for one Hampshire resident the wintery weather is manna from heaven
Top 10 Cat Care Tips
November 22nd 2010
Learn how to make your cat happy with our 10 top tips for making your feline your friend...
Rare falconry demonstration on the hoof!
August 18th 2010
Two new members of ‘staff’ have been causing something of a stir at the Hawk Conservancy Trust, near Andover. Murphy is an Irish Draught horse standing at 17.2 hands high, whilst Samson, a Shire Cross, stands at a massive 18.2 hands high.
Seashore Safari at Kimmeridge
July 21st 2010
August is the best time for rockpooling, so Dorset Wildlife Trust’s Marine Officer, Emma Rance, gets up close and personal with some critters you may meet along the shoreline during a seashore safari
The Fragrant Bluebell Woods of Dorset
April 19th 2010
Every May the ancient woodlands of Dorset are covered in a carpet of bluebells. Photographer Colin Varndell explores the fragrant domain of the bluebell and reveals some of the best spots to enjoy this seasonal splash of azure amongst the trees.
Brownsea - Dorset Island Life
February 19th 2010
Meet the rare residents of Dorset Wildlife Trust's reserve on Brownsea Island, from watervoles and squirrels to Sika deer and common terns.
Chasing the Birds at Weymouth's Radipole Lake Nature Reserve
February 9th 2010
The reeds and lagoons of the RSPB's Radipole Lake Nature Reserve belie the fact that we were actually in the centre of Weymouth, Dorset. Managed a shot of the elusive Bearded Tit and others like this cheeky robin! Photos by Richard Newcombe
Hester Lacey discovers the natural treasures that feature in a new book on Dorsets™ historic trees
November 10th 2009
The Posy Tree and the Remedy Oak are just two of the natural treasures that feature in a new book on Dorset™s historic trees, as Hester Lacey discovers
wildlife photographer Colin Varndell turns his lens on its busy residents of Duncliffe Wood, Dorset
September 25th 2009
As this magnificent woodland displays its rich autumn hues, wildlife photographer Colin Varndell turns his lens on its busy residents
Colin Varndell captures Ballard Down, in Dorset with its natural beauty and amazing wildlife
June 22nd 2009
With its natural beauty and amazing wildlife, it's not surprising that this glorious tract of land near Ballard Down tempted Colin Varndell to get out and about with his camera
The RSPB's Emma Foulger heads into the wildlife garden of Lyn Pullen and discovers wildlife
May 26th 2009
As summer emerges, the RSPB's Emma Foulger heads out into the wildlife garden of Lyn Pullen and discovers the joy of wildlife watching in your own back yard
Emma Foulger meets the people of Dorset who cares for some of the creatures found on RSPB reserves
April 27th 2009
The RSPB is involved in a lot more than saving birds. Emma Foulger meets a couple of people in Dorset who care for some of the other creatures to be found on RSPB reserves
Colin Varndell takes a close look at Dorset's home to all of Britain's native reptile species
April 8th 2009
Dorset is home to all of Britain's native reptile species. Here, Colin Varndell takes a close (sometimes very close!) look at these often unloved but fascinating animals
The RSPB's Tony Whitehead looks at one of our most controversial birds...
March 17th 2009
The RSPB's Tony Whitehead looks at one of our most controversial birds...
The Islanders of Furzey
February 2nd 2009
During the past 40 years, the bushy-tailed red squirrels on Furzey have observed many visitors and curious sights. Jan Seymour relates their story and the intriguing history of this unique island
The RSPB's Sophie Atherton looks ahead to a year of birds.
January 9th 2009
The RSPB's Sophie Atherton looks ahead to a year of birds.
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