Sturt Pond facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sturt Pond |
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| Type | Local Nature Reserve |
| Location | Milford on Sea, Hampshire |
| OS grid | SZ 294 913 |
| Area | 10.9 hectares (27 acres) |
| Managed by | Milford On Sea Parish Council |
Sturt Pond is a really special place in Milford on Sea, Hampshire. It's a large area, about 10.9 hectares (27 acres) (that's like 27 football fields!), that's protected as a Local Nature Reserve. This means it's a place where nature is looked after carefully. The local council, Milford On Sea Parish Council, helps manage and protect it.
Sturt Pond is also part of even bigger protected areas. It's connected to the Solent and Southampton Water Ramsar site (important wetlands) and a Special Protection Area (for birds). It's also part of the Solent Maritime Special Area of Conservation and the Hurst Castle and Lymington River Estuary, which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest. All these titles mean it's a very important spot for wildlife!
A Home for Wildlife
Sturt Pond itself is a tidal pond, which means its water level changes with the ocean tides. The reserve also includes other cool natural areas like the Dane Stream, tall reedbeds, calm lagoons, and salty marshlands.
What Animals Live Here?
These different habitats are perfect homes for many kinds of animals. Lots of birds love to visit or live here because they can find food and safe places to rest. There's also a grassy area where you might see New Forest ponies grazing peacefully. They help keep the grass short, which is good for other plants and animals.
