Reserve Species » Invertebrates

Over 1000 species of invertebrates have been recorded on the Reserve of which, by far the largest proportion are insects. The number probably reflects the limited amount of surveying and monitoring effort which has gone into this area in past years and the figures are likely to rise dramatically in the future.

Invertebrates are absolutely vital to the habitats, flora and animal life of the Reserve. With a healthy population of invertebrates in each habitat, life can thrive. Willow holds a particularly large number of invertebrates and these in turn support a substantial range and population of bird species. Wherever you look on the Reserve the invertebrates form the basis of all that flourishes in that habitat, whether it be woodland, pond, grassland, heath or wetland.

Of course butterflies are invertebrates and the Reserve has recorded several species including Ringlet, Large Skipper and Orange Tip.

To see the different invertebrate species, please click on 'download species list' on the left