Caerlaverock blog
Swans sacrifice rest to squabble
Swans give up resting time to fight over the best feeding spots, new research by the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) and the University of Exeter shows.
11 July 2022
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
New Life Emerging
As the spring season continues, we welcome the arrival of young animals and the progression of several species' life cycles
27 May 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
If you go out on the merse today…
…You’re sure of a big surprise. You might come across some lesser spotted wardens, or something else…
16 April 2022
Signs of spring
The reserve is starting to look and feel different with the signs of spring becoming more and more noticeable. The long belts of golden daffodils can still be seen but starting to be replaced with cheerful primroses, lesser celandines, and ramsons. The he
7 April 2022
Ruffing it in Lochar Field
Walking with the wigeon, but definitely not a duck. Mingling amongst the red shank, but look closer...
2 April 2022
Spring starting to take off
If you want to catch the whoopers before they go, now is the time! With all this beautiful weather many have decided to start setting off for Iceland and we now only have about 12 of our lovely whoopers left.
25 March 2022