Environmental values of native forests - Tāne’s Tree Trust Documents Native forests have a critical role in habitat provision and biodiversity conservation in New Zealand Most New Zealanders value - and increasingly identify with - our indigenous flora and fauna, as opposed to exotic species Yet New Zealand’s extinction rates are among the highest in the world
Native Woodlands - so many benefits — Cloudforests Understanding the role of native woodland in flood mitigation and water management reveals a multi-faceted approach to environmental conservation Through strategic planting and management, native woodlands serve as natural defenses against flooding while enhancing water quality
Environmental benefits of woodland - Forest Research The potential of woodlands to soak up CO 2 from the atmosphere while providing a host of other benefits for society and biodiversity is becoming increasingly recognised, and many
Why woods are so important for nature – Forestry Commission All woodlands can deliver for nature, with connected networks of ancient and native woodland and other wildlife-rich habitats creating an ‘engine room’ driving nature recovery throughout the
Restoring Native Forests: The Benefits of Reforestation Projects in New . . . The interdependence of species within these forests creates a harmonious environment that supports life in its most diverse forms By restoring these native forests, New Zealand is safeguarding its natural heritage and ensuring that future generations can experience the unique biodiversity the country has to offer
Restoration of native woodland through natural regeneration Natural regeneration creates woodlands without the need for tree planting and has a number of important advantages Naturally regenerating trees are sourced from local provenance mature trees ensuring they are well matched to site
Biodiversity: why native woods are important - Woodland Trust Protecting and creating native woodland is the best way to secure the future of our woodland species Find out more about how we work to ensure the right trees are planted in the right place, and protect the native woods we already have
The Biodiversity Benefits of Native Woodlands - Moor Trees Increasing biodiversity has a huge wealth of benefits to the environment and plays a critical role in the rewilding of any landscape This can be seen in Dartmoor and South Devon, where the biodiversity benefits of native woodlands can be observed by anyone with a keen eye for nature