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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 2h

This male blackcap was so busy eating blackberries at Durlston yesterday that it totally ignored my presence a few feet away. ~ Hamish

📸 Hamish Murray

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Nicki T @wildontheroad.bsky.social · 17h

85 spoonbill feeding off north shore as the sun sets 🥰 #WildBrownsea @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social @harbourbirds.bsky.social @dorsetbirdclub.bsky.social

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 6h

Restoring natural water flows at Tadnoll & Winfrith nature reserve will turn drained farmland into thriving wetlands. 🌿 In our latest blog, discover how this project is boosting wildlife, cleaning water for Poole Harbour, and building climate resilience. bit.ly/46HGAsl ~ Jack
📷 Sarah Williams

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Nicki T @wildontheroad.bsky.social · 1d

Last night's absolutely stunning Harvest (Hunters) Moon... 🩵✨️ #WildBrownsea @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 1d

It's Water for Wildlife quiz time! ✏

Can you guess which wetland bird this is? Let us know in the replies!

#WaterforWildlife 👉 bit.ly/4h1xjPd ~ Jack

Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 1d

Did you know?

🌰 Red squirrels can remember several dozen hiding places for food, months after they buried it.

🌰 They can be left or right-handed, you can tell which by the way they hold a pine cone when eating. ~ Jack

#RedSquirrelAwarenessWeek

📷 Nicki Tutton

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 1d

Are you 14-18 years old and interested in learning more about nature and wildlife conservation? Join our free monthly Young Voices Workshops! Our next session, autumn meadows and apple pressing, takes place Tuesday 14 October. 🍁 Find out more 👉 bit.ly/4o8yTkT ~ Jack

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tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social @tanglewoodsteve.bsky.social · 1d

Not all heroes wear capes but they do need our support to save #Dorset waterways for #wildlife and the #environment we all love and enjoy.

Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 2d

💧 Will you help protect Dorset's Water for Wildlife? 💧

Less than 15% of Dorset's rivers are in good condition, and 90% of the UK’s wetlands have disappeared in the last 100 years.

Water for Wildlife 👉 bit.ly/4o6j126

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you so much, Steve! 🙌💧 ~ Jack

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 1d

Great photo of the UK's smallest carnivore taken by Pete! 🙌 Have you seen a weasel before? 👀 www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/wildlife-exp... ~ Jack

petey632.bsky.social @petey632.bsky.social · 2d

Weasel Stanpit Marsh Nature Reserve Christchurch Dorset @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 2d

Another great day for Brownsea's spoonies! 🥄🙌 ~ Jack

Nicki T @wildontheroad.bsky.social · 2d

100+ spoonies again today... wonderful sight to see them feeding actively all over the lagoon 🩵 #WildBrownsea @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social @dorsetbirdclub.bsky.social @harbourbirds.bsky.social

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 2d

Every donation, big or small, makes a huge difference to wetland wildlife near you! Your support ensures that Dorset's waterways remain thriving ecosystems for wildlife to flourish. 💙

Donate now 👉 bit.ly/4o6j126 ~ Jack

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 2d

That's why we have launched the Water for Wildlife appeal. Your generous support can:

💧Create more wetland habitats
💧Improve water quality in Dorset
💧Restore Dorset's rivers
💧Create more ponds for wildlife

Water for Wildlife 👉 bit.ly/4o6j126

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 2d

But without water, both people and wildlife would not be able to survive. And with climate change, pollution and other human activities threatening the health and resilience of our water sources, it's more important than ever that we protect these powerful habitats. 💧❌

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 2d

💧 Will you help protect Dorset's Water for Wildlife? 💧

Less than 15% of Dorset's rivers are in good condition, and 90% of the UK’s wetlands have disappeared in the last 100 years.

Water for Wildlife 👉 bit.ly/4o6j126

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Nicki T @wildontheroad.bsky.social · 3d

A gorgeous start to the day and good to see 94 spoonies back on the lagoon after yesterday's kite surfer disruption 😍 #WildBrownsea @dorsetbirdclub.bsky.social @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social @harbourbirds.bsky.social

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 3d

Looks like Sarah had a great time celebrating #UKFungusDay 🍄🙌

Did you spot any fungus over the weekend? 👀 Share your photos with us in the replies. ~ Jack

Sarah @sarahfaulkner.bsky.social · 5d

For #UKFungusDay a few fungi from the splendid DWT Reserve, Kingcombe Meadows - including Lilac Fibrecap and Crested (or White) Coral.

@dorsetwildlife.bsky.social
#mycology
#fungifriends

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 3d

Great photo, Martin! Thanks for sharing. ~ Jack

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 5d

Happy #UKFungusDay! 🍄

Did you know? In the UK, scientists have identified over 15,000 species of fungi. 😲

To celebrate these fascinating organisms, dive into their hidden world with Mycologist Ellen Winter's beginner's guide to fungi blog 👉 bit.ly/4nO8CIk ~ Jack

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 5d

✨👕 New designs for our Teemill range just dropped! ✨👕

🍄 Toadstool
🐞 Ladybird spider
🐜 Heath tiger beetle

And the timing couldn’t be better - from Friday 3 October to midnight Sunday 5 October, delivery is FREE on all UK orders! 🚚💨👉 bit.ly/3JbDYK5 ~ Jack

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 5d

One of the survey volunteers, David, took these amazing images. Atlantic bluefin tuna can reach top speeds of over 40mph, so capturing a photo of them as they suddenly burst out of the water is incredibly tricky! Have you spotted tuna in Dorset? Let us know ~ Sarah 🐟

📸 David House

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 5d

We were treated to a wildlife spectacle during the Sea Watch survey at Portland Bill yesterday. Atlantic bluefin tuna could be seen breaching throughout the survey. These incredible fish were absent from UK waters for many decades but are now frequently seen off the south coast during the autumn.

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 6d

Dorset’s River Frome is a precious chalk stream under pressure – but a new collaborative restoration project is paving the way for a healthier, more resilient river. Read more from Amanda Broom, River Catchment Manager 👉 bit.ly/48cFGFu ~ Jack
📷 Amanda Broom

Dorset Wild Rivers: The Frome Headwaters | Dorset Wildlife Trust

The River Frome in Dorset, England’s most westerly major chalk stream, faces multiple pressures including pollution, climate impacts, and historic channel changes, all of which affect its ecological…

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Nicki T @wildontheroad.bsky.social · 7d

Bumped into this handsome sika stag yesterday evening. Proudly high-stepping, wallowing and tree scraping to mark his spot and impress the ladies #WildBrownsea @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social

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Dorset Wildlife Trust @dorsetwildlife.bsky.social · 7d

Have the most wonderful day, David! From everyone at Dorset Wildlife Trust. 🙌 ~ Jack

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