This reserve is on Forestry Commission Scotland land just a few miles from Dumfries. It has over 20 of Scotland's 32 resident butterflies.
LOOK OUT FOR
Butterflies
- Pearl-bordered Fritillary
- Small Pearl-bordered Fritlllary
- Dark Green Fritillary
Moths
- Forester
Other wildlife on the reserve includes Red Squirrel, Wood Warbler, Pied Flycatcher and the occasional Nightjar
FEATURES
Most of the forest is Sitka Spruce but there are significant area of ancient oak woodland, wetlands and grassland.
DIRECTIONS
Grid reference NX930700
The reserve is located four miles south of Dumfries, in the centre of Mabie Forest.
ACCESS
Open all year.
CONTACT
Butterfly Conservation Scotland
- Telephone: 01786 447 753
- Email: scotland@butterfly-conservation.org