Broadleaf Woodlands - not fully finished Flashcards
1
Q
Ecological Features
A
High biodiversity
High seasonality - cold winters and warm summers
High water availability
2
Q
Importance
A
Climate control
Recreational activities
Soil erosion control
Provide timber
3
Q
Threats
A
Deforestation: urbanisation, timber, agriculture
Fragmentation of remaining woodland
Management changes
4
Q
Conservation
A
coppicing + pollarding
designations
legal protection of ancient woodland
