News - Caerlaverock
The Old Pig Sty gets an Eco-Revamp
Last Tuesday was a fantastic day out on the reserve, loads of work was done, both big and small jobs but all of huge importance to the site. It was also our placement student Miriam’s first task that she led from the planning stage onwards and she did b
14 May 2022
Wildlife Garden Improvements
What our brilliant volunteers have been helping achieve on our reserve.
6 May 2022
Looking after our reserve
Saltcot Merse Litter Pick
2 May 2022
Bright Sun and Butterflies
The sun has been shining on Caerlaverock this week and the butterflies are out and about everywhere enjoying the good weather.
23 April 2022
Peregrines at Caerlaverock
Learn about these fantastic birds seen regularly on the reserve at Caerlaverock
30 October 2021
Early Autumn
A poem by Andy Ormandy
9 October 2021
Autumn fruits
Find out the variety of autumn fruits that are appearing around the reserve
3 September 2021
Watery Awakenings
All winter, strange creatures have been hibernating at the bottom of the pond. In spring, the pond is starting to awaken...
22 May 2021
The Orange-tip and the Lady's Smock
One of the first butterflies to herald spring is the Orange-tip butterfly. Their story is intertwined with that of the Ladies Smock or Cuckoo flower...
21 May 2021
Scottish Bird Names
Discover the Scottish names for some of our best-known birds!
24 February 2021
Meet the Whoopers
Meet some of our whooper swan characters
16 February 2021
Ducking & Diving
Find out about the wonderful ducks that visit Caerlaverock in winter
9 February 2021
World Wetlands Day
World Wetlands Day takes place annually on 2nd February and is a celebration of wetland habitats around the world.
2 February 2021
The Caerlaverock Badgers
Find out about the Caerlaverock badgers and their antics on the reserve
28 January 2021
Special Places
WWT Caerlaverock is a large wetland reserve and there are many corners to hide away, take some space and relax with nature. It changes drastically from summer to winter as wildlife comes and goes. Here the staff at Caerlaverock share what they love abou
6 January 2021