Greenham and Crookham Commons Management Plan 2009-2014: Glossary

BoCC Birds of Conservation concern.

Red list species are those that are Globally Threatened according to IUCN criteria; those whose population or range has declined rapidly in recent years; and those that have declined historically and not shown a substantial recent recovery.

Amber list species are those with an unfavourable conservation status in Europe; those whose population or range has declined moderately in recent years; those whose population has declined historically but made a substantial recent recovery; rare breeders; and those with internationally important or localised populations

Calcicole A plant which tolerates, or thrives in, an alkaline soil.

Mesotrophic A plant community growing on and adapted to a neutral soil.

West Berkshire Living Landscapes Project Descripton needed here!

Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, Schedule 1 lists certain bird species for which it is an offence to intentionally or recklessly disturb them at, on or near an "active" nest. Schedule 1 status also infers a right of arrest by the police if someone is suspected of committing certain offences against one of these species.

Wood pasture A vegetation structure developed by stock grazing beneath mature trees. More text needed here!