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1 Discoveries Wildlife Surveys Findings and conclusions

2 I was looking for an activity which involved surveying hedgerows. This page has saved me time, as it's wonderfully laid out, and very informative, especially for gathering all the plant details. Website feedback June 2008

3 Ancient tree survey Ancient trees recorded in Leicestershire & Ancient trees recorded in community survey Ancient trees designated as Wildlife Sites

4 Hedgerow survey Hedgerows are particularly important in Leicestershire and as the two counties have a low percentage of woodland cover. Hedges act as a substitute habitat and as corridors linking other habitats. Hedgerows are important habitat for many species of bird, bats and insects. Older or more species-rich hedges have greater biodiversity value. Leicester, Leicestershire & Biodiversity Action Plan.

5 Pondamonium survey Pondamonium survey ponds recorded in Leicestershire &

6 Hop, Skip & Jump hare and rabbit survey

7 Ladybird survey

8 Ladybird survey

9 Spawn spot survey

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13 Snakes alive!

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15 Snakes alive! survey

16 Butterfly Bounty survey Butterfly bounty recording sites

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