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...
A recent study found that the squirrels on the East and West side of the Isle of Wight have different gene pools.
This supports conservation work to build tree and hedge "stepping stones" around the island, so they can all mix together.
Other research found that squirrels on the islands have...
We are deeply concerned about the news of the oil spill in Poole Harbour and its potential impact on wildlife, especially at this time of year when breeding seabirds such as ospreys and terns are gathering, feeding and roosting.
Poole Harbour is an incredibly important place for wildlife with many...
Gordon Buchanan's "30 years in the wild" talk is an awe-inspiring account of his experiences as a wildlife filmmaker, documenting the world's most beautiful and dangerous creatures. Having worked on numerous projects with the BBC and National Geographic, Gordon's passion for wildlife is evident in the way he speaks...
he government has announced that for the third year in a row, it will permit the use of the banned pesticide thiamethoxam - a type of neonicotinoid - on sugar beet in England in 2023. A single teaspoon of neonicotinoid is enough to deliver a lethal dose to 1.25 billion...
What cats do you have?
Ginger? Black? White? Tortoiseshell? Tuxedo? Tabby? ....
What Personality Traits do Different Breeds have?
When considering adopting a cat, ultimately the choice is a personal one, and even though you may be looking to choose a breed based on their personality trait, remember cats are all individual...
It’s high time we forgive the rat his past ills and protect him if he is black and tolerate him if he is brown. And I do tolerate them, in fact I offer them safe refuge in our roof space and food in the garden. It strikes me as...
