Woodlands are among the most biodiverse habitat in the world, yet the UK has one of the lowest levels of woodland cover in Europe. Their existence in the British landscape is shaped by centuries of management, climate and varying soil types, ranging from Ancient Woodland to coniferous plantations.
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Trees in winter AIDGAP
Trees in winter AIDGAP is an identification guide to over 70 species of deciduous trees and shrubs in winter, illustrated with line drawings throughout.
Ancient woodland indicators guide
Featuring over 40 flowering plants and ferns that give evidence a site has been continuously wooded for centuries.
Floodplain meadows guide
WildID Floodplain meadows guide features 48 indicator species of flowering plants from this internationally rare and species-rich habitat.