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The first APPG was held in December 2010 when, in partnership with the CLA, we presented “Common-sense Conservation” at Westminster. The APPGs are valuable in that they are a forum that allows us regular direct access to politicians.
Held at Westminster about three times a year, MPs from all part...
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Key points
This study looked at wildflower species in separate blocks and examined how attractive each was to foraging bumblebees and solitary bees.
Forty wild bee species were recorded, and 45 wildflowers studied.
The top 14 wildflower species were visited by 37 out of the 40 wild bee species a...
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Woods used for shooting tend to have greater wildlife biodiversity than unmanaged woods because they have more shrubs, better surrounding hedges and more glades and rides. However, concentrations of pheasants and red-legged partridges can reduce biodiver...
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What are organisations calling for?Collectively, we are calling for a phased transition away from the use of lead shot in shotgun shooting for all live quarry. We are also calling for the end of single-use plastics in all shotgun ammunition. We feel that both goals are achievable within a five-ye...
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Key findings
The abundance of insects eaten by farmland birds and grey partridge chicks depended on the percentage cover and types of weeds present.
At least 10% weed cover by desirable species is needed for insect food for grey partridge chicks.
Ever since the pioneering research conducted in ...
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Q: How many curlew species are there in the world?A: Eight: whimbrel, slender-billed curlew, Eurasian curlew, longbilled curlew, Far Eastern curlew, little curlew, Eskimo curlew and bristle-thighed curlew.
Q: Which one is the most commonly seen in the UK?A: The largest one: Eurasian curlew (Numen...
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Key points
Winter is a challenging time of year for birds because there is less food available for them. This is particularly true for farmland species, which often rely on seed-bearing plants.
Agri-environment scheme options are available to try to provide seeds for birds during winter, but gam...
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Robin
Famous for its red breast, the robin is fairly common. You will often see them dancing around the same spot in winter months when they become quite territorial and protect their patch, especially in winter months. Listen out for its song – very recognisable. You will find robins in woodland...
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This study looked at how to increase plant biodiversity in agricultural landscapes.
Over nine years, all the streams, ponds and ditches in three upper catchments in Leicestershire were surveyed.
Creating clean water ponds was beneficial, increasing the number of plant species, especia...
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Moorlands are cultural landscapes extending back thousands of years and it is our management that creates and maintains them as moors. Like most land in the UK, management activity is driven by individuals or groups who own and use it for social and economic purposes. In the uplands, game managem...
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