Hatfield Forest
Wildlife
Hatfield Forest is over 424 hectares, or 605 football pitches
© Glyn Baker
The Forest landscape
Butterflies, insects and wildflowers
In spring and summer when the wildflowers are in bloom, many different species of butterflies can be found around the Forest. On warm days you can also see dragonflies skirting over the lake.
The bird life of the Forest
Many different species of birds make their home in the Forest. From the woodland birds that live amongst the trees, to the many wild fowl on the lake, to the more recent sightings of spectacular birds of prey.
Deer spotting at Hatfield
Hatfield Forest is home to a large population of Fallow and Muntjac deer. Fallow deer were introduced into the Forest in the 1100s. They are by nature shy animals and tend to keep to the quieter parts of the Forest.
