Sir, – I planted 200,00 willow on rough stony ground over a period of 10 years near a 400 hectare raised bog.
Many species, notably woodcock, moved in.
Species visiting and inhabiting these undisturbed patches of woodland are gratifying.
A little effort using native trees is rewarding. – Yours, etc,
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PAUL DUNNE,
Lettermore,
Co Galway.