Habitats

Conservation

Habitats can be created in any garden, paddock or field, they range from log or stump piles, compost heaps, long grass areas, streams and ponds. How we implement them depends on the size of the garden or paddock and the resources at our disposal.

Here are some ideas for habitat creation, and methods used to build them and the benefits to our flora and fauna.

Logs, or cord wood and old stumps

Area

Woodland, corner of the garden, paddock edge, shady areas

Method

Stack cord wood, logs or stumps together, in no particular order, create spaces for mammals and reptiles. Build the pile in relation to its area size and height, i.e. if the area size is to be one square meter, the height should be about 2 – 3 feet.

Benefits

Will attract mammals, insects, reptiles for feeding and hibernation. This type of habitat will support fungi, ferns, mosses and lichens.

Natural / wildlife ponds

Area

Anywhere in the garden or paddock, but preferably away from children and pets or where regular activities take place.

Method

Any pond size or type will be appropriate, including liner, pre formed or puddled. Add plants to oxygenate, give filtration properties together with colourful native flowers, do not add fish, but in moving water you can add fresh water mussels for extra natural filtration. Let the water and plants establish and wildlife will be attracted naturally.

Benefits

Will attract newts, frogs, toads, dragonflies, mayflies, butterflies and abundance of other insects. It may attract King Fishers, Herons and many other bird species who will drink and wash and eat from the surrounding insects.

Wild Meadows

Area

Anywhere large enough to set aside an area of grass that can be left uncut and nurtured into a wild meadow area.

Method

The grass needs to be cut and collected once a year in late August or early September, add native wild flowers in the spring or autumn, do not feed, hand remove docks, thistles and brambles as these are invasive.

Benefits

Reduces soil erosion, reduces soil compaction, reduces chemicals leaching into the soil, creates feeding zones for birds, and attracts butterflies, insects and mammals. Creates a beautiful addition to any garden or paddock.

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