Scotland’s river woodlands need you
Scotland’s rivers and streams cover an impressive 125,000kms (12.5 times the length of our coastline). Yet, concerningly, a recent riverside habitats survey, conducted by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency, found that 56% were of ‘poor’ quality, with little to no river woodland cover.
River woodlands, also known as “riparian” woodlands, protect us against flood damage, capture carbon and provide havens for wildlife. They conserve Scotland’s delicate biodiversity, purify our water and lessen the impact of drought on our crops and drinking water.
But after years of neglect, these special woodlands are facing unprecedented threats which could hold catastrophic consequences.
In response to this, “Riverwoods” was created: a partnership initiative designed to grow and restore healthy riparian woodlands and river systems across Scotland.
