Drumburgh Moss is a peat bog in Cumbria which is managed by the Cumbria Wildlife Trust. This important piece of peatland has been restored from past drainage and peat extraction. It is now managed as a bog which allows its wetland wildlife to thrive.
The Landscape and it's Communities
Above: Decked walkway going through the swathes of Hare's-tail Cottongrass
This landscape is made up of plant communities such as Hare's-tail Cottongrass, Heather, Bog Rosemary, Cranberry and Sphagnum mosses. Common Cottongrass is found in the pools within the bog.
Wildlife
These communities of plants hide it's own specialized wildlife such as heath and bog species. These include the Emperor Moth, Green Tiger beetle, Common Lizard, and Common Heath to name a few.
Drumburgh Moss is also good for Lichens like the one below
This was a introduction to some of the animals and plants you can see in this peat bog in spring. Join me in summer when the bog comes alive with sundews, butterflies and birds.