Article from Brecon Beacons National Park
Last Updated: 20 September 2007 16:18
Built Environment and Gardens
Living things are incredibly adaptable and many species have been able to adjust to life among us and our buildings. From bats in houses to the hundreds of insects that may visit even small gardens, our own environment supports a wealth of biodiversity.
While far from an urban environment, built up areas are scattered across the National Park. If these areas are not suitable for wildlife, even a small town or village can make an impassable barrier to animals and plants.
Gardens and greenspaces in towns are vital to allow species to move through them. Playing fields, street trees and road verges can be more valuable than they may seem as they function as stepping stones and corridors across urban areas.
In many places, it is very simple to improve these urban greenspaces for wildlife and make them more attractive places for people to visit.
Use the nagivation bar on the left to explore urban habitats or go back to Biodiversity in the National Park.
The Vale of Glamorgan Biodiversity Partnership has produced and excellent set of guides showing how to Make Space for Wildlife.
While some point will refer to habitats or species not found in the National Park, they are full of useful tips to attract more biodiversity in your local area.
Download the Vale of Glamorgan's Make Space for Wildlife publications.