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Preserve old disused buildings

Habitat	Function	Type of work
Open space	Living environment	Building restoration

In order to maintain biodiversity and ensure ecological connectivity in grasslands, structural elements of habitats (e.g. old trees, old trees, old growth trees, dead trees and snags, flatwood, hardwood, hollow trees, scorch marks, shrub species and species of rare trees, structures and other heritage features) are maintained, taking into account their potential impact on grassland health, ecosystem condition and human safety.

Description of the action

Preserve old disused buildings.

Why?

The surroundings of old disused buildings are a rich source of food for wildlife – bats and birds can forage for insects in manure heaps and for grain left over from buildings. They also provide habitats for a wide range of species (e.g. old stone walls and sunny spots are attractive to insects and reptiles).

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