Created by:

Gill Hollamby (Ham Street Primary)
Heather Chantler (RSPB Education Officer) 

To view the route visit:
http://www.a-trip.com/tracks/view/40073

RSPB Dungeness is located on the largest shingle peninsula in the world. The shingle habitats are fantastic places to see rare invertebrates and plants and the gravel pits are home to a wide variety of birds throughout the year. The route is one of a set of four designed for pupil’s to use before and after visiting the RSPB Nature reserve at Dungeness. Besides consisting of a large photographic library the published route also sets pupils the challenge to answer questions linked to their visit and encourages them to use known web sites to find additional information about the birds who visit the area all year round.

A quick glance at the accompanying images clearly illustrates how the map can be used to support either a single lesson or be used throughout a topic by pupils to enhance learning. 

The reed stems form the frame for a Sedge Warbler's nest.

The Cuckoo is a parasite, what does it do to the Sedge Warbler and other bird's nest?

This is a Long-tailed Tit's nest.

Can you see what materials they used to build it?

There is a viewpoint across the reeds. This is a favourite place for Cetti's.

The number of Cetti's warbler has increased over the last few years, why might this be? (The call is very distinctive - visit the RSPB website for bird calls)

For more information about the reserve contact the Lifelong Learning Officer at Dungeness.