Turtle dove
The turtle dove is the UK's fastest declining bird species and is on the brink of extinction. A small and pretty pigeon, it breeds in lowland England and winters in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Turtle doves
Oscar is on a mission to find a turtle dove.
September on our reserves
NWT Conservation Officer Bob Morgan celebrates the start of autumn and the wonderful wildlife it brings – including some less popular seasonal visitors!
Stock dove
The stock dove looks very much like the woodpigeon, but without the white neck and wing patches. It can be spotted in woodlands and parks, and on farmland in winter, but rarely visits our gardens…
Collared dove
The collared dove is a pretty little pigeon that is a regular sight in our gardens, woodlands and parks. Listen out for its familiar cooing call, which you may hear before you see the bird itself…
Holme Dunes
Rich in both wildlife and human history, Holme Dunes sits between The Wash and the North Sea, making it a brilliant location to see migrating birds. It’s also a nationally important site for the…
Holme Dunes visitor centre
From birdwatching to bracing walks, cream teas to cuddly toys, Holme Dunes visitor centre is the ideal base to soak up this beautiful coastal landscape.
NWT Holme Dunes - In search of flowers, plants and butterflies (2 July)
Join us for an informative guided walk at NWT Holme Dunes, exploring the rich wildlife and unique habitats of this beautiful coastal reserve
Bones and body bits (Family event) NWT Holme Dunes
Do you know what an owl likes to eat? Or how to look for evidence of animals? Join us at Holme Dunes to find out.
NWT Holme Dunes - In search of flowers, plants and butterflies (11 June)
Join us for an informative guided walk at NWT Holme Dunes, exploring the rich wildlife and unique habitats of this beautiful coastal reserve
NWT Holme Dunes - In search of flowers, plants and butterflies (21 May)
Join us for an informative guided walk at NWT Holme Dunes, exploring the rich wildlife and unique habitats of this beautiful coastal reserve
Purple hairstreak
The Purple hairstreak is an elusive butterfly with a brilliant purple sheen. It is entirely reliant on oak trees and can be spotted chasing around the treetops in woodlands and parks.