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Wales Wildlife Gets Major Habitat Boost
11 Jul
Summary
- New reserve aims to restore ancient woodland and habitats.
- Site is now large enough for breeding hen harriers.
- Efforts will support rare plants like whorled caraway.
A newly secured site represents a significant opportunity to restore ancient woodland and upland habitats, creating conditions for rare wildlife to thrive. This expansion is expected to bolster populations of vulnerable species.
The expanded reserve is now deemed sufficient to support breeding hen harriers, a bird species seen in the area but not recently attempting to breed. This initiative marks a crucial step in ensuring a more resilient future for wildlife across Wales.
Future management will be informed by surveys to identify the full range of habitats and species present. Plans also include expanding wildlife-rich grasslands to benefit important plants and fostering partnerships with local farming tenants.
RSPB Cymru intends to collaborate with communities and partners to restore and protect this newly connected landscape, ensuring it benefits wildlife for generations to come.
