200 water voles reintroduced to Batford Springs nature reserve after 40-year absence
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Matthew Lockwood
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Approximately 200 water voles have been reintroduced to Batford Springs Local Nature Reserve near Harpenden after a 40-year absence. The project, which took three years to plan, was a collaboration between the town council, wildlife trusts, and dedicated volunteers. Water voles are described as essential "ecosystem engineers" for wetland habitats, and their return marks a significant conservation milestone for the area.
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bsky200 water voles reintroduced to Batford Springs nature reserve after 40-year absencebbc.co.ukKey quotes
· 4 pulledThe reintroduction of 200 water voles at Batford Springs Local Nature Reserve took three years to plan
Wildlife trusts say water voles are essential 'ecosystem engineers' for wetland habitats
The council said Batford Springs Local Nature Reserve is home to important habitats
The council worked with dedicated volunteers at Batford Springs Nature Reserve to release the water voles
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