North Brewham Meadows facts for kids
| Site of Special Scientific Interest | |
| Area of Search | Somerset |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 51°08′23″N 2°22′07″W / 51.13979°N 2.36873°W |
| Interest | Biological |
| Area | 8.9 hectares (0.089 km2; 0.034 sq mi) |
| Notification | 1987 |
North Brewham Meadows is a really special place in Somerset, England. It's an 8.9 hectare (about 22 acre) area of land that has been protected because of its amazing nature. It became a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in 1987. This means it's one of the best places in the country for wildlife and important natural features.
North Brewham Meadows: A Special Place
This area is known for its beautiful meadows. These meadows are managed in a traditional way. This helps them stay healthy and full of different kinds of plants and animals. They are home to a rare type of neutral grassland. This grassland has a special mix of plants, including the nationally rare common knapweed crested dog's-tail type.
What Makes These Meadows Special?
The meadows at North Brewham are important because they are "unimproved." This means they haven't been changed much by farming or building. Because of this, they have a rich variety of plants and insects. These plants and insects can't easily survive in other places. Protecting these meadows helps keep these special species safe for the future.
Amazing Butterflies of North Brewham
North Brewham Meadows is a fantastic spot for butterflies. Many types of butterflies that like unimproved grasslands live and breed here. You might spot some of these colorful insects flying around:
- Small copper (Lycaena phaeas)
- Meadow brown (Maniola jurtina)
- Grayling (Hipparchia semele)
- Ringlet (Aphantopus hyperantus)
These butterflies are an important part of the meadow's ecosystem. They help pollinate plants and are a food source for other animals. Seeing them fly around shows how healthy and full of life the meadows are.
