Hanne Sickel
Research Scientist
Abstract
Foredrag holdt på fagdag i Hjartdal-Svartdal utvalgte kulturlandskap
Abstract
In modern agricultural landscapes, «the green in between» plays a crucial role in supporting the survival of many plant and animal species. These areas include field margins, grassy banks between fields, mid-field islands of uncultivated vegetation, rocky outcrops, fallow land, and other patches of unused ground. We surveyed vascular plant species in these green spaces and compared the results with a similar survey conducted 18 years earlier. Our findings reveal a general decline in species richness, including many plants important for pollinators. Nevertheless, numerous green patches remain species-rich and continue to provide valuable resources for pollinators. Among these, road verges stood out as the most diverse. This suggests that active management of the green in between—such as removing invasive species and implementing regular mowing to maintain flower-rich patches—could significantly enhance its value for wildlife and biodiversity conservation.
Authors
Anita Dahlberg Kristine Grimsrud Henrik Lindhjem Shivesh Karan Christian Pedersen Hanne Sickel Wenche Dramstad George McKerron Abinet Tilahun Aweke Ståle NavrudAbstract
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