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"Frankenstein Trees" Offer Refuge for Barn Owls, Sparrowhawks, and Kestrels
8 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Deadwood bolted together to create homes for wildlife
- Charity transforms Kingsettle Wood in Dorset to Yonder Oak in Devon
- Nooks and crannies carved to attract birds, bats, beetles, and fungi
The Woodland Trust, a leading conservation charity, has embarked on an innovative project to create new homes for wildlife using dead trees and branches. As of November 8th, 2025, the charity has transported the "Frankenstein trees" from Kingsettle Wood in Dorset to Yonder Oak in Devon, strategically placing them along the flight paths of majestic birds of prey.
By bolting together the deadwood and slashing it with chainsaws, the Woodland Trust has transformed the lifeless material into a thriving habitat. The nooks and crannies carved into the trees are now attracting a diverse array of creatures, including barn owls, sparrowhawks, kestrels, bats, beetles, and fungi.
Sam Hamer, the site manager for the charity, expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating, "We are encouraging birds, bats, beetles, fungi and many more creatures and organisms to make their homes here." This unique approach to conservation aims to breathe new life into the fallen trees, providing a safe haven for the magnificent birds of prey and a range of other wildlife.
