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Park is a haven for wildlife. |
- Over 160 species of birds have
been recorded here. These range from the common Canada and Greylag
geese to rarer visitors such as Bittern and Little Egret. Watch
the wildfowl on Grebe Lake from the hide.
By the river, look out for Terns and Kingfishers!
- Many wild flowers are present around
the Park, with the greheader0 variety growing in the Nature Reserve,
where Bee, Common-spotted, and Marsh Orchids can be found. Look
in the woodland for a good show of early spring flowers.
- A number of mammals live in and
visit the Park. If you are lucky you could spot a fox, weasel
or shrew!
Rabbits are common on the warren.
- Bats can be seen at dusk and the
elusive Otter frequently passes through the park!
- Amphibians such as frogs, toads
and newts are all common in the wetland areas and the harmless
Grass Snake can also been seen in the summer.
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Our
ducks and geese love to be fed, but please only give them the right
sort of food! Bread is lacking vital nutrients and can
cause 'Angel Wing' - a disfiguring disease.
Grain
is much healthier and can be bought from the Visitor Centre. |
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