Dorset Wildlife Trust Photography

About Dorset Wildlife Trust Photography

About this Group

This is a group for photographs of DORSET WILDLIFE & LANDSCAPES

It has been set up by us (Dorset Wildlife Trust) to highlight the wonderful diversity of wildlife and plants that we have in Dorset, England, and to let people know about recent wildlife sightings.

We also have a Photography & Video Group for Dorset Wildlife Trust members, which meets regularly in Dorset for field trips, talks and workshops.

See www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/photographic_video_group.html for more details.

We really look forward to seeing your photographs!

Wildlife photography Code of Conduct

Remember when taking photographs or video of wildlife that the welfare of the subject is more important than the image.

Here are a few key points to remember:

> Always photograph animals and birds from a safe and respectable distance

> If they show any sign of stress move further back or leave altogether

> Be patient and never force an animal or bird to do something. Remember that the effect of many people is cumulative: you might be the 100th person that day to disturb the subject

> Never encroach on nests or dens during the breeding season

> Treat the habitat with the same regard that you have for the animals themselves

> Check published recommendations such as the excellent code produced by the Nature Group of the Royal Photographic Society www.rpsnaturegroup.com

> Many species are legally protected. The Law as it affects nature photography must be observed. For Great Britain the main legislation is listed at www.rpsnaturegroup.com

> Finally always be honest and truthful when captioning your images

You agree to photographs added to this group being used on our recent sightings page on our website at www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk/dorset_sightings.html and to other pages (seasonally).

Photographs will be added to this group at the discretion of the administrator. Any photograph that doesn't follow the above Code of Conduct will not be added.

5 photographs can be added per day.

About Dorset Wildlife Trust

Our work in Dorset:-

We manage nature reserves for the good of wildlife
We influence decision makers and others who affect wildlife
We stand up for wildlife against development threats
We seek to improve public appreciation of wildlife

Our priorities & challenges:-

To reverse the continuing loss of habitats and wildlife species from Dorset.
Dorset's incredible marine wildlife is under threat. We need greater protection of sea life now.
Demand for housing is putting areas at risk where wildlife flourishes. We will act as wildlife champions protecting against poor development plans.
Climate change may greatly affect Dorset's habitats and wildlife. We are working to help wildlife adapt to climate change through our Living Landscapes programme.

Find out more about Dorset Wildlife Trust at the following link:

http://www.dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk