Reserves alone are not enough to save butterflies. Many endangered species need much larger areas survive
Marsh Fritillary Project
Mynydd Mawr in Carmathenshire has some the Marsh Fritillary’s few remaining strongholds.
This project works with landowners to protect and enhance these sites.
Butterfly Conservation Wales aims to reverse years of habitat decline in the essential area around Cross Hands.
As well as helping the Marsh Fritillary survive in Wales, the project helps many other important species, including barn owls, dormice and orchids, through good management of these damp grasslands.
A simple 5-year management agreement with landowners means that light grazing by ponies, horses or cattle takes place.
This creates the tussocky structure needed by the Marsh Fritillary.
Butterfly Conservation Wales works to link owners that have no livestock with neighbours who are looking for additional grazing.
We also ensure that grazing is safe, by putting in fencing and water supplies and clearing scrub. We use local contractors to do this work, benefiting the local economy as well as the butterflies.
Contact
Email your comments or queries to Deborah Sazer, Mynydd Mawr Project Officer
Funders
Countryside Council for Wales
