Caledonian Forest Information Centre

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Scientific data about the Caledonian Forest

 

Scientific Research in the Caledonian Forest
The Caledonian Forest has been relatively little-studied until recently. Projects which have been carried out, and ideas for possible research projects.

Scientific References to Scots Pine (PDF, 788kb)
Scientific references to Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris)

Scientific References to Aspen
Scientific references both to European aspen (Populus tremula) and the closely-related Quaking aspen (Populus tremuloides).

Scientific References to Hazel
Scientific references to hazel (Corylus avellana)

Scientific references to Dwarf Birch
Scientific references to dwarf birch (Betula nana)

Biological Diversity in Glen Affric
Glen Affric has one of the largest remaining fragments of Caledonian forest, and has had the longest history of forest restoration work. Lists of species recorded in the glen so far, and details of some of the surveys.

Biological Diversity on Dundreggan
Dundreggan is a 10,000 acre (4,000 hectare) estate situated in Glen Moriston that contains a remnant of the Caledonian Forest, and is particularly noted for its exceptional birch-juniper woodland. This page contains links to lists of the species recorded so far on Dundreggan, and details of some of the surveys we've had carried out there.

Species List for Grudie Oakwood
A list of the tree and plant species noted at Grudie Oakwood, one of Britain's most northerly oakwoods.

An Illustrated Guide to Ancient Wood Pasture in Scotland
Extensive details on the different types of wood pastures, the species associated with them, and their importance for wildlife.

Last updated: Wednesday, 25-Aug-2010 15:58:55 BST

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