Gritstone Edges and Boulder Slopes

Gritstone edges and the slopes beneath support a range of plant communities and are particularly good for lichens and mosses. Inaccessible ledges are used for nesting by peregrines, ravens and merlin.  Ring ouzels prefer the boulder slopes and rocky outcrops.

The impact of a variety of recreation activities on wildlife is believed to have led to the loss of plants, in particular lichens and mosses, and nesting birds in certain areas.

For more information on how organisations are working together through the Peak District Biodiversity Action Plan to look after heather moorland click here.