Dorchester Lakes, Winter Colours 1
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Dorchester Lakes, Winter Colours 1
Image: © Des Blenkinsopp Taken: 22 Feb 2012
The large scale map shows what appear to be a series of linear islands in this lake. They are the remains of old trees which died when the pit flooded but are still standing in the water. They make a fine perching place for the many bird species which come here.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.653669
Longitude
-1.173275