Mythe Railway Nature Reserve
Facts and practical information
Mythe Railway Nature Reserve is a 2.8-hectare nature reserve in Gloucestershire. The site is listed in the ‘Tewkesbury Borough Local Plan to 2011’, adopted March 2006, Appendix 3 'Nature Conservation',' as a Key Wildlife Site. ()
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Wildlife
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European turtle dove
The European turtle dove, a member of the Columbidae family, spends its summers in the southwestern Palearctic and winters in northern sub-Saharan Africa. First described by Carl Linnaeus in 1758, this bird was originally classified in the genus Columba but was later...
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European goldfinch
The European goldfinch, often simply referred to as the goldfinch, is a delightful small bird native to Europe, North Africa, and parts of Asia. It is easily identifiable by its striking red face, distinctive black-and-white head, and vibrant plumage.
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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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Marsh tit
The marsh tit is an endearing small bird belonging to the tit family, Paridae, within the genus Poecile. If you've ever encountered a willow, Père David's, or Songar tit, you might find the marsh tit quite familiar due to their similar appearance.
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Fieldfare
The fieldfare, a delightful bird from the thrush family Turdidae, resides in the woodlands and scrublands of northern Europe and the Palearctic region. As winter approaches, these birds migrate south, often heading to the United Kingdom, Southern Europe, North Africa...
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