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Trees woods and wildlife
Yew
Ancient, morbid, toxic. The yew is one of the longest-lived native species in Europe. This has made it a symbol of death and doom, but it provides food and shelter for woodland animals.
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Cheshire West and Chester Council Wood
The Dingle
Cheshire
1.63 ha (4.03 acres)
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Harlow District Council Wood
Woodlands Of Harlow
Essex
0.74 ha (1.83 acres)
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National Trust for Scotland Wood
The Binns
West Lothian
5.40 ha (13.34 acres)
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Blog
9 of the UKs rarest animals
Much of our beloved wildlife is in decline. Find out about nine of the rarest species in the UK right now, and what we are doing to help save these precious creatures.
Hannah Vickers • 15 Apr 2019
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National Trust Wood
Valley of the Little Dart - Thongsleigh Wood
Devon
21.97 ha (54.29 acres)
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Practical guidance
Ancient tree guide 6 – the special wildlife of trees
A guide to the wildlife supported by ancient and veteran trees. Many such species are rare and declining, relying on deadwood to complete their lifecycles.
PDF (1.70 MB)
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Case study
Tree disease and plantation on ancient woodland sites
A case study on how ancient woodland restoration can proceed following the clear felling necessary to eliminate Phytophthora ramorum, a tree disease of larch.
PDF (512 KB)
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Dacorum Borough Council Wood
Yew Tree Wood
Hertfordshire
1.13 ha (2.79 acres)
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Trees woods and wildlife
Cherry, wild
Beautiful blossom and a bounty of bright red fruits. Wild cherry , one of the prettiest native trees, is relished by gardeners and wildlife.