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Trees woods and wildlife
Why bats need woods and trees
The UK is home to 18 species of bats, all of which are protected by law. This protection extends to their breeding and resting places. Hedgerows, tree lines and watercourses are important to the roosting, foraging and navigation needs of bats.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Birch, silver
Pretty, pale, a symbol of purity. This common tree, with its silver-white bark, is favoured by gardeners who want to renew and purify their land for coming year.
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About us
Review of the year
Take a look at the major milestones in our work for woods and trees between June 2024 and May 2025.
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Plant trees
Rugby club plants for riverside wildlife
When trees were lost in stormy weather, South Wales' Blackwood RFC applied for a community tree pack to restore the wildlife habitat, soil stability and beauty that had been washed downriver.
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Protecting trees and woods
Thermal imaging of urban trees in Cardiff
With average temperatures and heatwaves getting more intense, we we commissioned Ti Thermal Imaging Ltd to reveal how trees can help us cope.
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Trees woods and wildlife
Spotting and monitoring tree health
Observatree is a tree health early warning system ensuring that tree pests and diseases are spotted and reported quickly so they can be eliminated or controlled.
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Video
How trees capture and store carbon
Photosynthesis is made simple as you take a journey into the leaf of a tree with our animation and discover how trees capture and store carbon.
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Trees woods and wildlife
What we are doing about tree pests and diseases
We are fighting back against pests and diseases. Find out what we're doing to prevent the spread and protect the UK’s trees.
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About us
Strong Roots: Growing British Tree Nurseries
To meet future planting targets, we need a thriving tree production sector. The Strong Roots project explored the challenges and opportunities and made recommendations to boost tree production in the UK.
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Case study
Tree planting for severe flooding on a lowland farm
A study investigating the impact and cost of severe annual flooding on a lowland farm and the role of tree planting as a management technique.
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