Bardon Hill
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Wildlife Highlights
The trees near the summit attract Tree Pipits in summer and the area is one of the best spots for seeing passing migrants, such as Ring Ouzels in spring. Raptors such as Buzzard and Peregrine can often be seen circling the higher areas. There is a good invertebrate diversity, including a few rarities
Description
Bardon Hill, near Coalville, is the highest point in Leicestershire, 278 metres (912 feet) above sea level. The hill has two very distinct faces – one half preserved as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), the other removed by Bardon Hill Quarry. It is also the site of a radio mast. Though it is the highest point in Leicestershire, it is easy to get to the top and the summit offers tremendous views across the county plus a dramatic vista over the adjacent quarry. The rocky outcrops at the summit are surrounded by overgrown heathland, which is being restored.
Latest Records
| Common Name | Latin Name | Date Recorded | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anotylus rugosus | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls | |
| Common Flower Bug | Anthocoris nemorum | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls |
| Apion haematodes | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls | |
| Common Toad | Bufo bufo | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls |
| Banded Centipede | Lithobius variegatus | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls |
| Myrmica ruginodis | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls | |
| Gorse Shieldbug | Piezodorus lituratus | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls |
| Pea-leaf Weevil | Sitona lineatus | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls |
| Sitticus pubescens | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls | |
| Colt's-foot | Tussilago farfara | 24/03/2011 | David Nicholls |
| Jagged Germanderwort | Riccardia chamedryfolia | 30/01/2011 | Steve Woodward |
| Buff-tailed Bumblebee | Bombus terrestris | 25/04/2008 | David Nicholls |
| Carabus problematicus | 25/04/2008 | David Nicholls | |
| Netted Slug | Deroceras reticulatum | 25/04/2008 | David Nicholls |
| Tree Wasp | Dolichovespula sylvestris | 25/04/2008 | David Nicholls |
Further Information
Latest Images
Species List
| Group | Common Name | Latin Name | Last Seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reptiles | Common Lizard | Lacerta vivipara | 05/05/2006 |
| Slugs & Snails | Netted Slug | Deroceras reticulatum | 25/04/2008 |
| Spiders, Harvestmen & Mites | Coelotes atropos | 05/05/2006 | |
| Spiders, Harvestmen & Mites | Pardosa lugubris | 06/04/2007 | |
| Spiders, Harvestmen & Mites | Turf Running-spider | Philodromus cespitum | 25/04/2008 |
| Spiders, Harvestmen & Mites | Sitticus pubescens | 24/03/2011 | |
| Spiders, Harvestmen & Mites | Trochosa terricola | 25/04/2008 | |
| Springtails & Bristletails | Orchesella villosa | 25/04/2008 | |
| Wildflowers | Colt's-foot | Tussilago farfara | 24/03/2011 |
| Woodlice, Crustaceans | Common Shiny Woodlouse | Oniscus asellus | 25/04/2008 |
| Woodlice, Crustaceans | Common Rough Woodlouse | Porcellio scaber | 25/04/2008 |