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Dorset Environmental Records Centre was established in 1976 as an independent organisation to collate information on all of Dorset's wildlife. It provides an opportunity for local naturalists and conservation organisations to work together.

By combining our knowledge we can create a better picture of Dorset's wildlife - both the recent decline and loss of some of our more spectacular species (like the large tortoiseshell and the mouse-eared bat) and the arrival (or invasion?) and spread of others (like the Long-winged Conehead and Japanese knotweed).

Data held by DERC is accessible to everyone* from students and local residents to local authorities, conservation organisations and consultants. DERC do not charge for data, but we do make a minimal charge to help cover our administration costs.

*Some information is confidential, either due to the sensitivity of the site, rarity of wildlife or because the recorder requested it.

 

Recording Dorset 9

Recording Dorset 9
The latest issue of Recording Dorset is now available (£3.50 + £1.50 p + p).

It includes an article by John Hunnisett who has produced the first in a series of articles on the Hemiptera (Bugs) of Dorset. It also includes a summary of the notable species recorded during 2004/05. If you missed out on Recording Dorset 8 there are still some copies available, just contact the DERC office.

Please help support the work of the Records Centre by buying a copy. We shall require details of your name, address and the number of copies required - please send these with a cheque payable to DERC.

Spring Newsletter

The newsletter for Spring 2008 has been published and is available online.

With news about the Dorset Mammal Atlas project and the Dorset Invertebrate Recording Group, as well as details of planned field meetings of the Dorset Flora Group. See our Spring 2008 newsletter for more details.

Site last updated:  9th April 2008