Rhododendron control measures within Owenduff / Nephin Complex – Determination on Screening for Appropriate Assessment
- Foilsithe: 13 Feabhra 2024
- An t-eolas is déanaí: 13 Feabhra 2024
Rhododendron control as part of necessary conservation measures within Owenduff / Nephin Complex Special Area of Conservation. The Invasive non-native Rhododendron ponticum stands have been shown to reduce biodiversity, extirpate native species, prevent woodland regeneration and be a host to the important plant pathogen Phytophthora ramorum.