Mowing grass verges is an English condition that is detrimental for the plants and insects that live there. The overwhelming attitude is 'you can't let the grass grow, it looks untidy'. Our urge for tidiness sadly means that we are mowing plants, and hundreds of different species of insects, moths, and butterflies, out of existence. And birds, mammals, and amphibians are deprived of food and shelter.
There are some
high profile campaigns coming to the fore looking to change this. Hopefully, through education, we can encourage an approach that is less about us and our visual perception of what looks good, but what science tells us is good - life in all its diversity, thriving.
Next time you see the council mowers, spare a thought for all the butchered inhabitants....and if you feel strongly then support
Plantlife's Campaign.
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| Cinnabar Moth |
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| St John's Wort Beetles |
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| Bee Orchid |
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| Grass Veneer |
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| Xysticus cristatus |
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| Tenthredo arcuata |
