Wildlife boosted by England’s nature-friendly farming schemes, study finds
by Helena Horton Environment reporter from Science | The Guardian on (#6PVE6)
Areas where farmers provide good habitats show notable increase in butterflies, bees, bats and breeding birds
Butterflies, bees and bats are among the wildlife being boosted by England's nature-friendly farming schemes, new government research has found.
Birds were among the chief beneficiaries of the strategy, particularly ones that largely feed on invertebrates. An average of 25% more breeding birds were found in areas with more eco-friendly schemes.
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