New Additions

The aim of the BIOBLITZ was to find 30 new species to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the reserve. This has now been achieved with 36 new species added to the list so far this year! Highlights have included two new butterflies; Silver-washed Fritillary and Brown Argus.

Not a wild species but a surprising new addition was a newborn Dexter calf! It was born on the wetland on the 2nd August and a shock to find when checking the cows first thing in the morning.

Both mother and calf were fine and have been taken back to their farm (Big Sheep Little Cow) so that the farmers can keep a close eye on them.

Yet another addition this week are 6 Hebriddean sheep from Gam Farm in Grassington. They will be here for a few weeks to help manage the heathland. Look out for them as you drive along the access track!

Finally, not a wildlife species or livestock but a new feature is being added to the reserve; a new viewing platform is under construction at Spigot Mere which will be a fantastic place to observe the birdlife and dragonflies from.

Thank you to everyone involved with these exciting conservation projects.