Isle Of Purbeck Collection (#6)

Small Red Damselfly (Ceriagrion tenellum) adult male, resting on stems, Blue Pool, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, July

Common Limpet (Patella vulgata) adult, attached to rock with feeding tracks at low tide, Kimmeridge, Dorset, England, April

Montagus Stellate Barnacle (Chthamalus montagui) adults, group exposed on rocks at low tide, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, April

Sea-squirt (Ascidia mentula) adult, with open siphon, Brandy Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Sea-hare (Aplysia punctata) adult, on seabed, Brandy Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Sea-lemon (Archidoris pseudoargus) eggs, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, June

Common Prawn (Palaemon serratus) adult, swimming, Studland Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, September

Montagus Plated Lobster (Galathea squamifera) adult, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Stalked Jellyfish (Haliclystus auricula) adult, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, June

Corkwing Wrasse (Symphodus melops) adult male, guarding nest, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, June

Ballan Wrasse (Labrus bergylta) adult, foraging, Swanage Pier, Swanage Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Dover Sole (Solea solea) adult, resting on sandy seabed, Studland Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Shanny (Lipophrys pholis) eggs, under rock exposed at low tide, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, May

Worm Pipefish (Nerophis lumbriciformis) adult, swimming in shallow water, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, May

Lumpsucker (Cyclopterus lumpus) dead adult, washed up on beach strandline, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, April

Lumpsucker (Cyclopterus lumpus) eggs, washed up on beach strandline, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, April

Painted Goby (Pomatoschistus pictus) adult, resting on seabed, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Leopard-spotted Goby (Thorogobius ephippiatus) adult, resting on rock, Brandy Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Black Goby (Gobius niger) adult, resting on sandy seabed, Studland Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Common Cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis) juvenile, swimming over sandy seabed, Studland Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, September

Furrowed Crab (Xantho hydrophilus) adult, amongst coraline algae, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, May

Long-legged Spider Crab (Macropodia sp. ) adult, covered with algae for camouflage, on sandy seabed, Studland Bay
Long-legged Spider Crab (Macropodia sp.) adult, covered with algae for camouflage, on sandy seabed, Studland Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, September

Shore Crab (Carcinus maenas) adult, feeding on clam, Studland Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, September

Black-faced Blenny (Tripterygion delaisi) adult pair, Swanage Pier, Swanage Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Trumpet Anemone (Aiptasia mutabilis) two adults, with extended tentacles, Brandy Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Snakelocks Anemone (Anemonia viridis) adults, group with tentacles extended, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, May

Paddleworm (Phyllodoce sp. ) adult, Epitoke stage pelagic morph capable of sexual reproduction, Kimmeridge Bay
Paddleworm (Phyllodoce sp.) adult, Epitoke stage pelagic morph capable of sexual reproduction, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, August

Tilly Whim Caves, Durlston Country Park, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Sea Slater (Ligia oceanica) adult, on sea wall, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, October

Centipede (Hydroschendyla submarina) adult, under boulder, Kimmeridge, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, October

Kellyclam (Lasaea rubra) group, under boulder on beach, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, august

Seaweed washed up on beach strandline, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, august

Foil balloon washed up on beach strandline, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, august

Plastic spray bottle floating in sea, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, august

Fish Room Cleaner plastic container floating in sea, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorest, England, september

View of seaweed on rocky beach and old quarry on cliffs at dawn, Winspit Bay, near Worth Matravers, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, april

View of rocky beach with afterglow at sunset, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, july

Toothpaste tube floating in sea, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, august

View of rockpool on beach at sunset, Hobarrow Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, july

Merlo loader clearing seaweed from sandy beach of seaside town, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, august

View of waves on rocky beach and old quarry on cliffs at sunset, Winspit Bay, near Worth Matravers, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, april

View of coastline with manmade caves in cliff, former Purbeck Stone limestone quarry, Tilly Whim Caves, Durlston, Isle of Purbeck, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, january

Pelagic Isopod (Idotea metallica) adult, inside plastic bait pot on strandline, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, december

View of coastal scrub meadow with cattle on nature reserve, Durlston, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, january

View of wave-cut platform and rocky shore at sunset, The Flats, Kimmeridge Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, february

Plastic carrier bag washing up on beach, Studland, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, august

White painted lighthouse on coast, Anvil Point Lighthouse, Durlston, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, january

View of rocky beach at sunset, Hobarrow Bay, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, England, july

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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Isle of Purbeck, a coastal paradise in Dorset, England. From the pristine shores of Studland Beach to the iconic Old Harry Rock at The Foreland or Hardfast Point, this destination will leave you in awe. Take in the mesmerizing view of Swanage's coastline and let your eyes wander across Kimmeridge Bay towards St. Aldhelms Head for a truly picturesque experience. Immerse yourself in history as you explore the ruins of Corfe Castle, an 11th-century marvel near Wareham that becomes even more enchanting after sunset. Witness nature's masterpiece during sunrise at Old Harry Rocks on Jurassic Coast, where every ray illuminates its majestic charm. Indulge your senses with Durdle Door's ethereal beauty as it stands tall against the backdrop of Jurassic Coast. Marvel at the rock ledges and Clavell Tower nestled within Kimmeridge Bay, showcasing Isle of Purbeck's unique allure. Admire Ballard Down's chalk cliffs and be captivated by The Pinnacles Stack rising proudly above Swanage Bay near Handfast Point. Explore Swanage further to discover remnants of history like the timber remains of the Old Pier. A haven for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and those seeking tranquility amidst stunning landscapes. Come and experience this hidden gem on England's south coast – where natural wonders meet historical treasures.