The influence of grazing on comparisons between pre-existing and restored saltmarshes

Dale, J. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5242-8071, Conway, L., Kennedy, M. P. and Sizmur, T. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9835-7195 (2024) The influence of grazing on comparisons between pre-existing and restored saltmarshes. North West Geography, 24 (2). ISSN 1476-1580

Abstract/Summary

Comparisons between saltmarshes restored through managed realignment (MR) and pre-existing reference sites might be influenced by livestock grazing. This study assessed the vegetation and sediment properties at four sites: two MR sites, a grazed reference site and an un-grazed reference site. Results indicate the grazed reference site had the lowest canopy height and biomass, whereas the MR sites had differences in sediment properties in comparison to the pre-existing sites. The role of grazing in MR is discussed, identifying that further research is required to evaluate the temporal influence to inform assessments and the post-breach management of MR sites.

Item Type	Article
URI	https://reading-clone.eprints-hosting.org/id/eprint/117460
Refereed	Yes
Divisions	Science > School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Science > Department of Geography and Environmental Science
Publisher	Manchester Geographical Society
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