Results from eDNA surveys adjacent to Severn Estuary
Results are back from eDNA surveys BART and partners have been doing in the area between the Severn Estuary and the M5 motorway.
The Bristol Avon Catchment is a unique and beautiful network of rivers, streams and lakes, with the Bristol Avon at its heart. Stretching 75 miles from its source in Wiltshire, to its confluence with the River Severn in Bristol, the River Avon and its tributaries are the lifeblood of the area and they are under constant threat.
Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART) is working hard to protect our rivers for the benefit of people and wildlife.
Results are back from eDNA surveys BART and partners have been doing in the area between the Severn Estuary and the M5 motorway.
This April BART is taking part in the Big Give Match Fund, where you will have the chance to support the work we do, and get a 2 for 1 deal!
BART have been spending some time looking at the Bristol Frome, Cam and Midford Brooks riverfly data and have produced some reports.
BART welcome’s EDF’s announcement that they will install the AFD but appropriate compensation is essential to deliver environmental protection.
We have been out in Leap Valley and Three Brooks Nature Reserve installing woody berms and leaky dams to help restore the river.
At Bristol Avon Rivers Trust (BART), we are deeply concerned about the potential impact of proposed development in close proximity to rivers.