How cows are helping one of Britain's rarest butterflies
The high brown fritillary needs bracken and a certain violet to thrive - but everything in moderation.
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"They are the pickiest."
— Paul Dunn , Activist
"Cattle are great because they trample bracken without eliminating it and create an uneven ground structure which is also good as it creates little niches then where the temperatures can be higher than the surrounding area."
— Richard Smith , Activist
"We're a social group - as well as the whole benefit of saving nature and working outdoors."
— Dot Williams , Activist
Key People
Dot Williams joined the conservation efforts after her husband's passing and became an integral part of the team.
Paul Dunn has been working for over 30 years to help revive the fortunes of the high brown fritillary butterfly.
Richard Smith has been involved in conservation efforts alongside Paul Dunn since 1993.
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The high brown fritillary needs bracken and a certain violet to thrive - but everything in moderation.
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