Wildlife and Nature of the Three Counties

The three counties of Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Gloucestershire are all home to beautiful countryside and important wildlife sites and species. Listed below are some internet resources to help to explore the natural life of the three counties.
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Wildlife Photography

DJS Photography www.djsphotography.co.uk/

This is David J. Slater's website, with his galleries of stunning images, many from his home area in the forest of Dean. David's photographs are notable, not only as images of British wildlife (and some from his travels abroad), but as technical and artistic achievements. Take a look, especially at the shots of wild boar in the Forest of Dean. DJS is passionate about conserving these beautiful creatures in the face of some opposition (see his news section).

 

Wildlife Imaging www.wildlife-imaging.co.uk/

Chris Grady is a Hereford based photographer who has set himself the task of getting high quality images of as many birds and other UK wildlife as he can. His site includes bird, plant, animal and insect galleries, as well as images from his foreign travels. These are beautiful photographs and if you've only ever caught a fleeting glimpse of that bird or butterfly here is your chance to see clear details - like having a field guide but with artistry. Chris give details of the equipment he uses, and also has a list of useful links.

 

Paul Master's Birding Diary paulsbirdingdiary.blogspot.com

Paul's blog is so much more. Another gifted photographer based
in Quedgeley, Gloucestershire, Paul shares his experiences
and his stunning wildlife photos. Go birding on Pauls' blog,
and find beautiful shots of quality local birds as well as rarities

Mark Hancox Bird Photography www.markhancoxbirdphotography.co.uk

Mark Hancox remarkable gallery of photographs - the "in flight"
and "reflections" shots are spectacular. The site is nicely
designed and the "A to Z" makes it easy to find your favourites

Pete Walkden's Bird Photography http://petewalkdensbirdphotography.fotopic.net/

Pete's photography shows us birds we are used to seeing in a different light. Blackbirds, chaffinches, house sparrows, and our personal favourite, the bullfinch. Beautiful shots of old friends, with the odd rarity thrown in for good measure .
 

Organisations

Herefordshire Wildlife Trust - www.wildlifetrust.org.uk/hereford/index.htm
News, details and location maps of reserves

 

                                 

Worcester and Malvern RSPB Group www.rspb.org.uk/groups/worcester/

Details of local events, meetings, and reserves in the area

Worcestershire Wildlife Trust www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/

Worcestershire Wildlife Trust is the county's leading local charity working to conserve and restore wildlife and wild places. Our Vision is: Worcestershire - part of a UK rich in wildlife, where everyone can appreciate, enjoy and help restore and protect wildlife for the future.

Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust www.gloucestershirewildlifetrust.co.uk/

Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust is the county's leading local charity working to conserve and restore wildlife and wild places .Our Vision is Gloucestershire - part of a UK rich in wildlife, where everyone can appreciate, enjoy and help restore and protect wildlife for the future.

Birding Sites

Worcester Birding www.worcesterbirding.co.uk/

All the latest news from the hot birding spots in Worcestershire. Includes a guide to local sites,up to date lists of what is about and where,  past records, and other useful information about birding in Worcestershire.

The Gloster Birder www.birder.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/

This site is run by Mike King, and covers recent sightings at all the important sites in Gloucestershire. There is also a county list, a useful photo index and even a field guide to local birders.

Herefordshire Ornithological Club www.herefordshirebirding.net/

Latest Herefordshire sightings, details of meetings, news, surveys and much more.