‘We don’t call them woolly maggots’: how wildlife campaigners put sheep at heart of rewilding plans
23-04-2025 17:00 via theguardian.com

‘We don’t call them woolly maggots’: how wildlife campaigners put sheep at heart of rewilding plans

The Wildlife Trusts are in shock after acquiring 4,000 sheep in Rothbury estate deal as part of land restoration projectWoolly maggots, nature-destroyers – sheep are criticised by many conservationists for denuding Britain’s uplands of rare plants and trees.So The Wildlife Trusts were shocked when they were compelled to buy 4,000 sheep as part of the biggest land restoration project in England. Continue reading...
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