Caerlaverock blog
Saltcot Observatory Eco Art Installation
An eco art installation produced by the For Enjoyment community and commissioned by D&G Eco Warriors is now showcased in our Saltcot Merse Observatory.
8 July 2022
Osprey & Garganey
The other week, a drake Garganey in eclipse (moult) was seen on the Folly pond by our guide in the hide Fiona. It was spotted again the following day but seems to have moved elsewhere since.The Garganey is a small dabbling duck, slightly larger than a Tea
1 July 2022
Great Egret-spectations
A Great white egret has graced our reserve with its presence.
17 June 2022
National Volunteers Week
A time to say thank you
4 June 2022
Nattering Natterjacks
Natterjack toad training and surveys.
20 May 2022
The Old Pig Sty gets an Eco-Revamp
Last Tuesday was a fantastic day out on the reserve, loads of work was done, both big and small jobs but all of huge importance to the site. It was also our placement student Miriam’s first task that she led from the planning stage onwards and she did b
14 May 2022
Wildlife Garden Improvements
What our brilliant volunteers have been helping achieve on our reserve.
6 May 2022
Looking after our reserve
Saltcot Merse Litter Pick
2 May 2022
Bright Sun and Butterflies
The sun has been shining on Caerlaverock this week and the butterflies are out and about everywhere enjoying the good weather.
23 April 2022
Early Autumn
A poem by Andy Ormandy
9 October 2021
Autumn fruits
Find out the variety of autumn fruits that are appearing around the reserve
3 September 2021
Watery Awakenings
All winter, strange creatures have been hibernating at the bottom of the pond. In spring, the pond is starting to awaken...
22 May 2021
The Orange-tip and the Lady's Smock
One of the first butterflies to herald spring is the Orange-tip butterfly. Their story is intertwined with that of the Ladies Smock or Cuckoo flower...
21 May 2021
Scottish Bird Names
Discover the Scottish names for some of our best-known birds!
24 February 2021
Meet the Whoopers
Meet some of our whooper swan characters
16 February 2021