Species in Focus; Ring Ouzel
The Ring Ouzel, Turdus torquatus, is a member of the Thrush family, but not the type you are likely to spot on your bird table! This distinctive bird, the males with their white breast band, are on the Red List in the UK and can mainly be found in upland areas.
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Ponies for Lapwings at WWT Llanelli
PONT Cymru has recently introduced two Gower Hill Ponies to the western scrapes at WWT Llanelli. They will be keeping the rush under control until water levels are dropped and cattle are reintroduced in May. Rush is higher in sugars than the surrounding grasses over winter, so it’s much more palatable.
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Grazer of the Week; Stu the Dranges Dexter
Stu the Dexter We would like to introduce you to Stu and his friends Jeff and Giant. Stu is a yearling Dexter, owned by a group affectionately known as ‘Cow Club’. Stu and his small herd are grazing The Dranges Nature Reserve. The Dranges is owned and managed by The Wildlife
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