News Archive 2007

An observant recorder in the Cree Valley made the exciting discovery of a new species of dragonfly for the region.

DGERC are pleased to announce the availability of a new free booklet promoting wildlife recording in the region. The publication, which includes excellent contributions from many local recorders and recording groups, is a first for the region and highlights some of the valuable recording which took place in 2006.

The latest edition of the Dumfries and Galloway bird report is now available.

The Autumn 2007 newsletter for the Dumfries and Galloway Catchment Management Project is now available.

A rare bee recorded only once in Scotland in the last 100 years has been discovered at Brighouse Bay.

A holidaymaker staying near Southerness got more than he bargained for when he came across a dead adult Leatherback Turtle washed ashore on the beach at Gillfoot Bay, Southerness.

An rare adult Red-breasted Goose was seen feeding at the Caerlaverock WWT reserve with a flock of Barnacle Geese yesterday morning.

The Lockerbie Wildlife Trust have produced a calendar of local wildlife images for 2008.

The leaflet publicising the spring 2008 Dumfries and Galloway Wildlife Festival is now available. With over 40 events planned around the Easter period, the programme gives an excellent opportunity for anyone, from beginners to experienced wildlife watchers, to experience and learn a little more about our local wildlife.