Biodiversity
County Wicklow Biodiversity Action Plan 2010-2015
The first Biodiversity Plan for county Wicklow was adopted by the members of
Wicklow County Council in December 2010 and sets out a strategy for increasing
our understanding and appreciation of biodiversity in the county along with
measures for enhancing the protection of this valuable resource.
County Wicklow Biodiversity Action Plan 2010-2015 - 7mb
Biodiversity is short for Biological Diversity, which in turn is another
way of saying living diversity. Biodiversity refers to the variety of
all life on the planet, including wildlife, humans, crops, agricultural
stock and even our pets. Put simply, Biodiversity sustains all living
things and is fundamental to our physical and economic well being;
providing us with food, fuels, medicines and building materials while the
processes of biodiversity help to provide fresh air, clean water,
control of pests and diseases, pollination of crops and stabilisation of
soil. In addition, Biodiversity and landscape are integrally linked and
reflect a great deal of our history and culture, inspiring artists,
attracting tourists, and providing endless scope for outdoor recreation.
The importance therefore of having a healthy biodiversity cannot be
overstated.
To receive your free copy of An Introduction to Biodiversity in County Wicklow
(a double sided, A3 size poster) please contact the Heritage office or alternatively
download a pdf below.
An Introduction to Biodiversity in County Wicklow - 644kb
Also available is a Guide to the Murrough Wetlands, Wicklow Town,
one of in a series of publications on Biodiversity in County Wicklow.
The Murrough Wetlands - 330kb
For advice and information on what your local group can
do to enhance the biodiversity of your area request a free copy of
Conserving and Enhancing Wildlife in Towns and Villages.
To find out more about Biodiversity nationally and what you can do to make a difference
check out at Notice Nature website
for information about Trees and the Law
Wicklow's Mountains - 2mb
Wicklow's Coastline - 2mb
Wicklow's Woodlands - 4mb
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