Survey finds 'significantly more' ancient woodland
A wildlife trust says there are 50% more sites in Hertfordshire than previously recorded.
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"We have a chance to combat the losses and fragmentation of the past two centuries through the creation of new linking habitats and wildlife corridors."
— Alex Waechter , Executive
"Ancient woodlands were a special type of woodland that have developed for centuries and have had continuous woodland cover since 1600."
— Fiona Mahon , Executive
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A wildlife trust says there are 50% more sites in Hertfordshire than previously recorded.
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