Orton Moss Nature Reserve in Cumbria

Orton Moss is a nature reserve in Cumbria that is managed by Cumbria Wildlife Trust.

Orton Moss is a great place to visit for butterflies and wildflowers.

Birds found in Orton Moss

There have been 2 species of birds recorded in the Orton Moss area.

Great Spotted Woodpecker (Dendrocopos major)
Lesser Black-Backed Gull (Larus fuscus)

Mammals found in Orton Moss

There have been 4 species of mammals recorded in the Orton Moss area.

Brown Hare (Lepus europaeus)
Grey Squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis)
Common Shrew (Sorex araneus)
Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus)

Brett Gregory is an award-winning filmmaker based in Bolton whose production company, Serious Feather, is currently making a documentary about autism and poetry.

As a part of this production, Landscape Britain was asked to advise with regards to the location of specific areas of outstanding natural beauty throughout the region.

Visit www.seriousfeather.com for further information.

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