Mid July breeding birds and other sightings
Lots of bird activity around the reserve, wildflowers blooming and insect life to be investigated.
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Wildlife at Brockholes: a year in review
A year like no other seemed to attract some wonderful and never-before-seen wildlife to Brockholes. One of our regular visitors and wildlife enthusiasts, John Wright, took the time to put together…
Wintry delights at Brockholes
With so much going on regarding new rules and regulations at Brockholes, it's important not to forget the number one reason we are here - the wonderful wildlife which call us home.
What was seen in October?
Despite the somewhat damp and dismal weather experienced this month, October has nevertheless been an outstanding month for wildlife out on Brockholes Nature Reserve. Here are some of our top…
A Gannet came to Brockholes
We have had the first ever sighting of a Gannet at Brockholes this week, and we're very excited!
New butterfly species for Brockholes
For the third year running, a new species of butterfly has been seen at Brockholes Nature Reserve.
What was seen in October?
After a damp start to the month with Boilton Wood flooding, October turned out to be the start of a crisp, bright autumn, with lots of wonderful wildlife to be seen around the reserve.
Who are Smew?
A very exciting visitor has been at Brockholes this week, a very rare duck, with a very interesting name.
What was seen in September?
September sees the start of Autumn, and the popping up of fungi all around the woodland. From 'dead man's fingers' to giant puff balls, we've seen it all so far, with much more…
Jolly July - What wildlife has been seen this month?
Butterflies in abundance and a very rare ornithological sight; brilliant bugs and dragons a plenty, there has been so much to see at Brockholes this month, every day was something new.