description Hense Moor Overview
Hense Moor is a protected area of marshy pasture, heath, and bog in Devon, England, near Luppitt in the Blackdown Hills. It was designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest because it contains surviving habitats that have become scarce elsewhere in the Blackdown Hills. The site includes lowland mixed valley bog, wet heath, spring-fed mire, and species-rich plant communities, including sundews and orchids. It is relevant to study of Devon's heathland and wetland ecology.
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Where is Hense Moor?
Hense Moor is near Luppitt in Devon, England, in the Blackdown Hills. It contains marshy pasture, heath, and bog.
Why was Hense Moor designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest?
The site preserves habitats that have become scarce elsewhere in the Blackdown Hills. Its marshy pasture, heath, and bog are the main conservation features.
What habitats can be found at Hense Moor?
Hense Moor includes marshy pasture, heath, and bog. This mix of wet and open habitats distinguishes it from ordinary agricultural pasture.
What are the Blackdown Hills?
The Blackdown Hills are the upland landscape in which Hense Moor is located. The protected site lies near Luppitt in Devon.
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