description Dowrog Common Overview
Dowrog Common is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The area is environmentally recognized for preserving extensive wet heath and dry heath habitats, which support a diverse local ecosystem. It provides an important refuge for various rare flora and fauna adapted to these acidic soil conditions.
The common is actively managed to maintain its ecological value and prevent scrub encroachment.
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Where is Dowrog Common?
Dowrog Common is in Pembrokeshire, Wales, in the upper reaches of the River Alun near St Davids. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest and forms part of the north-west Pembrokeshire Commons conservation area.
What makes Dowrog Common ecologically important?
The reserve contains both wet and dry heath, pools, fen, and marsh habitats. It supports more than 350 species of flowering plants, including the lesser butterfly orchid.
What animals can be seen at Dowrog Common?
The site supports marsh fritillary butterflies, hairy dragonflies, small red damselflies, and scarce blue-tailed damselflies. Winter visitors include hen harriers, short-eared owls, merlins, and wildfowl around Dowrog Pool.
Does Dowrog Pool hold water all year?
Dowrog Pool is seasonal and can shrink to about 6 hectares of open water during dry periods. Its surrounding wetland supports plants such as bogbean, marsh cinquefoil, and water horsetail.
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