Slop Bog Guardians, Ferndown Local Nature Reserve, Dorset Countryside
Monday, 16 July 2007
Nature Fact
Hedgehogs not only dine on earthworms, beetles and caterpillars but also consume the eggs of ground nesting birds if they get the chance. They are also known to eat fruits and even mushrooms
" To preserve and protect the character of Slop Bog Local Nature Reserve by maintaining a balance between the views of the local community and national conservation strategies".