Collinpark Wood SSSI
Facts and practical information
Collinpark Wood is a 66.69-hectare biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Gloucestershire, notified in 1966, revised in 1974 and renotified in 1983. There was a boundary change in 1983. There are seven units of assessment. Unit 1 is a 15-hectare area owned and managed by the Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust. The trust purchased this part of the wood in 1979 with grant aid from WWF. The site is listed in the 'Forest of Dean Local Plan Review' as a Key Wildlife Site. ()
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Eurasian blackcap
The Eurasian blackcap, often simply called the blackcap, is a charming and widespread warbler found across Europe, western Asia, and northwestern Africa. With its olive-grey upperparts and pale grey underparts, the blackcap is easily recognizable by the distinct cap on...
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Great spotted woodpecker
The great spotted woodpecker is a striking medium-sized bird, easily recognized by its black and white plumage and distinctive red patch on its lower belly. These birds are prevalent across the Palearctic region, which includes parts of North Africa.
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Willow warbler
The willow warbler is a delightful small bird found throughout northern and temperate Europe, as well as the Palearctic region. During winter, they migrate to Sub-Saharan Africa to avoid the cold. These birds prefer to nest in open woodlands with abundant ground cover...
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Common chiffchaff
The common chiffchaff, often simply referred to as the chiffchaff, is a small, widespread leaf warbler that can be spotted across northern and temperate Europe, as well as the Palearctic region. These birds are migratory, spending their winters in southern and western...
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