Animal Kindness Index reveals 86% in the South West have acted to help animals
The RSPCA has just published a new regional animal kindness league table which shows how the different regions compare when it comes to animal compassion - and the charity has revealed how people in the South...
Dorset is currently in an amber wildfire alert, yet a fire was started at Stephens Castle, Verwood on Wednesday, which devastated 4.7 hectares of rare lowland heath.
https://dorseteye.com/dorset-on-wildfires-amber-alert/
Crews from Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service fought the flames for 8 hours before bringing the blaze under control. Crews are...
Nesting in the eaves of our buildings and other small gaps in our homes, Swifts make the return journey from sub-Saharan Africa each year to breed in Dorset and the wider UK.
Greg Lambe, Vice Chairman of Christchurch Harbour Ornithological Group (CHOG), tells us that these “enigmatic birds which are the...
Dorset boasts a treasure trove of natural wonders. Amidst its picturesque landscapes and stunning coastlines, lies the crown jewel of conservation—the Super National Nature Reserve. Spanning across vast expanses of diverse ecosystems, this reserve stands as a testament to humanity's commitment to preserving the planet's biodiversity. From rare species...
The Natural Hazards Partnership (NHP) issued an Amber alert for the risk of wildfires over the weekend (Saturday 20 May 2023). This means that the weather and ground conditions give a higher likelihood of wildfire, and that any fire that broke out would potentially be difficult to control.
The highest risk areas...
DOG OWNERS PLEASE READ THIS
This is OLLIE, my beautiful 11 months old cocker spaniel.
While out for a walk, Ollie got bitten by an adder and sadly after 3 days of multiple visits to the vets and being in the emergency hospital, he lost his fight. His little body couldn’t...
Nothing sums up Dorset more than a flock of sheep.
Busy day w/ friendly neighbours!#Dorset #BlackmoreVale #Villagepub @CAMRA_Official @VisitDorset @Dorset_eye @Dorset_Live @Blackmore_vale @Dorset_Hour @BBCRadioSolent @CAMRAwessex @blackmore_vale @CampAndCaravan #Familyfriendly #Dogfriendly #Camping #Caravanning #HardyCountry pic.twitter.com/8IzpIfXK5l— The Trooper Inn (@TrooperinDorset) April 22, 2023
Sheep are domesticated mammals that are raised for their...
There once was a cat by the name of Tombili (a common Turkish name that is given to chubby pets) who lived in the Kadiköy district of Istanbul, Turkey.
She was famous for leaning against steps and people watching. She was also known for her friendly demeanor.
When she died in...
Insects are on the decline.
Recently, scientists have been researching the speed of the decline of insects as it is crucial to understand due to their importance in ecosystem function and food pollination.
It is estimated the decline is 9-25% every 10 years... the variation is due to their global and...
Atlantic mackerel should no longer be considered a sustainable seafood, according to the UK's leading ocean charity.
Populations of the oily fish - often bought as smoked fillets or in tins - have suffered from more than a decade of overfishing, the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) has warned.
It has blamed...
