WHAT a year for wildlife!
Photographer Colin Varndell has once again shared his West Dorset wildlife highlights for 2017.
From owls to kingfishers, wood mice to dragonflies, there are some stunning photos which highlight the wonderful creatures that live in our beautiful county.
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