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Closest Town: |
SWANAGE (0.8 km) |
Introduction date: |
Circa 1990s |
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Site Name: |
Durleston |
Source of introduction: |
Unknown |
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Site Access: |
Public |
Colony Status: |
Extirpated |
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Relative population estimate: |
3 |
Extirpation date: |
Circa 1990s |
| History: This unconfirmed colony, based at the site of Durlston Castle, is believed to comprise the green-backed form, as found at the other two Purbeck coastal sites. The date of origin is unknown Only 3 individuals, all males, have been reported between 1999 and 2001. This is a presumed private release that did not establish a viable colony. |
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Habitat: Sea cliffs and old fort |
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Morphology: Probably green-backed form. |
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| Ecological impact: Not assessed |
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