Slop Bog Guardians, Ferndown Local Nature Reserve, Dorset Countryside
Tuesday, 5 April 2011
Nature Facts
During March, Frog spawning took place with tadpoles beginning to hatch. Grey Squirrels gave birth to their main Spring litter. Bats were beginning to be active. The vixen Fox gave birth after a 53 day pregnancy.
" 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".