During the summer of 2024 ‘Butterfly Conservation Scotland’ is aiming to survey the status of an increasingly scarce butterfly in the Scottish Borders, the Small Pearl-bordered Fritillary. We are privileged to have a population of this species at Broughtonknowe, I have carried out the necessary survey work. The importance of protecting the appropriate habitat should …
A look back at another eventful year for the woodland – and some hope for 2024. 2023 Broughtonknowe Wildlife Review
A summary of the present wildlife status by habitat. A baseline with a view to future management options. Broughtonknowe Wildlife Status Review 2023
The natural history of Broughtonknowe – a review of 2021 posts on the Friends of Broughtonknowe Facebook page. JANUARY At the feeders – Coal, Blue and Great Tits, maybe a Jay, Goldcrest or Tree Creeper if you are lucky. All these bird species overwinter in the woodland. The feeders provide a guaranteed supply of food for …