Drive extra carefully this winter in the New Forest
People who regularly drive across the New Forest are being urged to drive extra carefully this winter.
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Dorset hedgerows in decline says wildlife charity
An urgent campaign to raise money has been launched by Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT) to allow its winter hedgerow maintenance work to continue in the county.
Baskets and bats at Knoll Gardens, Wimborne
Wimborne’s Knoll Gardens is embracing the autumn with two special events this month.
Rhin-o-success! Trade in Southern White Rhino horn rejected, but African elephants and lions denied additional protections
Animal Defenders International (ADI) has applauded the overwhelming rejection at CITES’ (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species) 17th conference in Johannesburg of Swaziland’s attempt to legalize trade in Southern White Rhino Horn. There was great opposition to the controversial proposal, including actress Joanna Lumley, who voiced her support for ADI’s campaign.
Dorset Wildlife Trust backs new areas of Marine Conservation Zones
Additional marine areas in Dorset have been identified for protection in a new report, ‘The case for Marine Conservation Zones’ which has been published by the Wildlife Trusts. The report identifies 48 areas around England that, if designated, will complete a “blue-belt” of protected places for marine wildlife.
ADI outraged as African lions dealt devastating blow at CITES conference
Animal lovers around the world were shocked at the announcement from CITES CoP17 (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species 17th Conference of the Parties) in Johannesburg, that the African lion will not be uplisted to Appendix I status, denying the big cats the highest level of wildlife protection available. The news came despite a campaign from Animal Defenders International (ADI), with support from the public, governments, and Hollywood superstar Ricky Gervais.
Discover the fossils of the Jurassic Coast with local author Sam Scriven
Professional geologist, Sam Scriven, is coming to Dorset Wildlife Trust’s (DWT) Chesil Beach Centre to give a fascinating talk about the unique World Heritage Site and its fossils, based on his new book, Fossils of the Jurassic Coast on Saturday 24 September from 11am – 12.30pm.
Dorset beach lovers needed to join coastal clean up
The UK marine charity, The Marine Conservation Society (MCS), says it hopes a last push for people volunteering for its ‘Great British Beach Clean’ (16 – 19 September) around the Dorset coastline will ensure some of the most beautiful beaches in the UK aren’t being taken for granted.
Dorset Wildlife Trust backs petition calling for end to badger cull
An online petition initiated by The Wildlife Trusts’ President Emeritus, Simon King OBE, calling for the withdrawal of licenses that have been issued by Government to cull badgers, particularly in Dorset is being supported by Dorset Wildlife Trust (DWT).
Seahorse Adoption Scheme to be launched at County Show by Dorset Wildlife Trust
A new Seahorse Adoption scheme is being launched at the 2016 County Show on 3 and 4 September in an effort to boost local marine conservation work.