Did you know?
Chalk Grassland can have more than 40 species per square metre, double that of other types of grassland habitat. Many of these are specialists, that rely on the few remaining fragments of this land for survival, making it truly precious. As areas of rare and unique wildlife, chalk grasslands have been likened to the tropical Rainforest for the diversity of species they hold. It is one of the richest habitats of Western Europe, containing a great diversity of plants and animals. However, it is now very rare and fragmented, and is of international conservation importance.
The UK holds 50% of the world’s surviving chalk grassland resource, with Kent holding 5% of the UK chalk grassland resource. There are approximately 1900 hectares in the county (ARCH Kent Habitat Survey 2012). Chalk grassland in Kent is mainly found on the North Downs, although occasional patches occur on the East Kent coast.
Did you know?
Chalk Grassland can have more than 40 species per square metre, double that of other types of grassland habitat. Many of these are specialists, that rely on the few remaining fragments of this land for survival, making it truly precious.
