Blog | Foxglove Covert Local Nature Reserve

Summertime

During the summer months some of the habitats are grazed by livestock. These Dexter Cattle, on loan from Big Sheep,….

Although not recorded on the reserve yet, Short-eared Owls are often observed on the neighbouring moorland. Wildlife photographer,….

This summer we will be celebrating 30 years of the reserve. The main event will be a BIOBLITZ on 6th August. There….

Can you name the common butterflies that are found in the UK? Would you like to find out more about them? What do their caterpillars….

The reserve is re-open after a temporary closure on Tuesday due to the extreme heat. The cool breeze and sunshine were enjoyed….

It is most unusual to have very early mornings in the summer, at the Crater when thick coats, hats, scarves, flasks of hot….

After several weeks of poor weather and small catches the more recent records of moths have been much improved. A new….

For the last few days a bright orange butterfly has been seen flying in front of the Field Centre, across the moor, near….

The wind and more particulary the strong gusts of wind do not make good conditions for bird ringing, moth trapping and insect….