Burfa Bog

UK Wildlife Trusts

Burfa Bog is a diverse nature reserve featuring a mosaic of grassland, woodland, and bog habitats, located in the UK. This area is rich in insect activity and is home to a variety of meadow flowers, including devil's-bit scabious and black knapweed. The reserve is particularly noted for its coppiced alder, which supports numerous warblers and provides essential shelter for species like marsh tit and the increasingly rare willow tit. Visitors to Burfa Bog can expect to see a range of wildlife, particularly in June when activity peaks, especially around 01:00. Look out for butterflies such as ringlet and dark green fritillary, as well as dragonflies like the emperor dragonfly. Birdwatchers may spot garden warblers in May and various species of fungi, including the striking pink meadow waxcap, during autumn. Remember that dogs are not allowed to protect the ground-nesting birds.

Managed by

UK Wildlife Trusts

Location

LD8 2SH